Director of Accounting

ForceBrands; United States; On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Food and Beverage Manufacturing is seeking a Mid-Senior level accounting manager to own and manage the month-end close process. The role involves overseeing compliance and accuracy in accounting practices, collaborating with multiple departments, and providing hands-on leadership. This full-time position offers an opportunity to enhance financial systems and reporting efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage the month-end close process, achieving accurate and timely closes.
• Oversee accounting treatment for trade spend and marketing fees.
• Manage financial systems to enhance visibility and improve reporting efficiency.
• Serve as the primary liaison with external auditors for GAAP compliance.
• Collaborate with Operations, Logistics, and Finance to align accounting practices.
• Provide leadership and resolve AP/AR challenges as needed.

Job description

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Responsibilities

• Own and manage the month-end close process, consistently achieving accurate, timely closes in alignment with internal reporting requirements (e.g., SPINS).
• Oversee accounting treatment for trade spend, marketing fees, UNFI/KeHE programs, and coupon activity, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and consistency in reporting
• Manage and optimize financial systems to enhance visibility, improve reporting efficiency, and strengthen integration with operational workflows
• Serve as the primary liaison with external auditors, ensuring timely preparation of audit schedules and full compliance with GAAP and internal controls
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Logistics, and Finance to align accounting practices with business priorities, particularly in areas of production, supply chain, and trade promotion
• Provide hands-on leadership, stepping in as needed to resolve AP/AR challenges, refine reporting models, and build the team’s long-term capacity for independent execution

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Supply Chain

Industries

• Food and Beverage Manufacturing