Accounting Manager: Lead Close, Contracts & Controls

Core-Mark; Englewood (CO); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Vistar is seeking an Accounting Manager to drive accurate financial processes, manage supplier and customer contracts, and lead a team of accountants. The role focuses on month-end close, contract reviews, rebates reporting, and SOX control enhancements to support corporate policies.

You will collaborate with Sales, Merchandising, and Operations, identify risks, and develop value-added financial reports, while mentoring staff and ensuring timely, compliant financial operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 5+ years accounting/finance experience.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, particularly revenue recognition.
• Strong communication, independent problem solving, and analytical skills.
• Advanced user of Microsoft Excel including working with large, complex data sets.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end financial close, including (1) providing month end closing deliverables, (2) reviewing and approving account reconciliations, and control activities, including (1) documenting standard operating procedures and (2) ensuring compliance with corporate financial policies
• Support accounting and forecasting needs working closely with internal departments/stakeholders, including Sales, Merchandising, and Operations
• Ensure contract maintenance, interpretation and contract reviews are being maintained timely
• Ensure accurate reporting and timely resolution of both customer rebates and supplier rebates
• Drive continuous process improvements through an in-depth understanding of the team's responsibilities. Implement, maintain, and enhance SOX controls and best practices
• Manage team to include staffing, training, coaching, performance management, problem resolution, etc. Develop career paths and promote a culture of ownership, learning, and high performance for accounting staff
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

Blackline

CPA certification

Job description

Vistar is seeking an Accounting Manager to drive accurate financial processes, manage supplier and customer contracts, and lead a team of accountants. The role focuses on month-end close, contract reviews, rebates reporting, and SOX control enhancements to support corporate policies.

You will collaborate with Sales, Merchandising, and Operations, identify risks, and develop value-added financial reports, while mentoring staff and ensuring timely, compliant financial operations.