Accounting Manager - Food Service Distribution

Ilocatum; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Ilocatum in Atlanta, GA is seeking an experienced accounting professional to supervise monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, oversee internal financial reporting, and support payroll and cash disbursement activities. The role requires GAAP knowledge, SOX controls, and strong leadership to guide teams through change, maintain GL integrity, and deliver accurate ad hoc analyses.

Proficiency in Excel and Access is essential, with the ability to manage multiple high‑volume projects.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of accounting experience, including supervisory experience in a high-volume transaction environment.
• Strong understanding and application of GAAP.
• Knowledge of internal controls and SOX compliance.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal, organizational, and customer service skills.
• Ability to lead teams through change.
• High proficiency in Excel; working knowledge of Access.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects in a high-volume, changing environment.
• Ability to maintain efficient and effective financial systems and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Supervise associates including staffing, training, coaching, and performance management.
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting close and related analyses.
• Review complex accounting reconciliations and analyses.
• Direct general ledger, vendor billing, cash reconciliation, fixed assets, and related capex accounting.
• Provide strategic recommendations for process improvements.
• Lead teams through change and maintain GL integrity.
• Ensure internal controls are sound and SOX compliant.
• Prepare ad hoc reports and analyses as required.
• Coordinate schedules for internal/external audits.

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Problem solving

Ability to manage multiple projects

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting/Finance, or related area of study

CPA and/or MBA

Tools

Excel

Access

SAP

Job description

Position Purpose:

Key responsibilities include supervising monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting close processes; internal financial reporting; account analysis; payroll and cash disbursement support activities; and special projects. Internal contact with employees at all levels in the organization. External contacts may include vendors, auditors, banks, and customers. Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and performs any duty assigned to best serve the company.

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Supervise associates, including but not limited to: staffing, training, coaching, performance management, and problem resolution.
• Supervise and participate in monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting close for company.
• Perform and/or review complex accounting reconciliation and analysis.
• Direct activities of teams responsible for general ledger accounting, vendor billing, cash reconciliation, fixed assets, and related capital expenditure accounting.
• Provide strategic recommendations for process improvements and efficient use of resources.
• Effectively lead team(s) through change.
• Maintain integrity of the general ledger.
• Ensure transactions are performed within a sound internal control environment.
• Perform financial analysis as required.
• Prepare various ad hoc reports, conduct analyses, and complete special projects as required.
• Recommend and ensure adherence to accounting policies.
• Prepare and review schedules for internal/external auditors in connection with reviews/audits.
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience
  7+ years of accounting experience, including supervisory experience in a high-volume transaction environment.
• Strong understanding and application of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of internal controls and SOX compliance.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, along with strong interpersonal, organizational, and customer service skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams through change positively.
• Working knowledge and analytical skills to make independent judgments in relation to complex accounting processes and the business.
• Strong computer and analytical skills – High proficiency in Excel, working knowledge of Access.
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects/tasks in a high-volume, changing environment.
• Ability to maintain efficient and effective financial systems and procedures.
• Self-motivated with ability to work under and meet strict deadlines individually as well as in a team environment.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees.
• Ability to work flexible hours as required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting/Finance, or related area of study
• 7+ years of accounting and/or food service distribution industry experience.
• SAP experience.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and/or Master’s in Business Administration (MBA)