Branch Controller

Overview

For more than a century, Ben

E. Keith Company has been a leader in fine food and premium beverage distribution. Our Food Division is a complete broad line multi-state distributor, and our Beverage Division operates throughout the state of Texas as a distributor of Anheuser-Busch products, craft and import beer brands, spirits, and wine. We are dedicated to the growth and success of our business, our customers, and our employees—continuing our commitment to delivering quality since 1906.

The purpose of the Branch Controller position is to maintain fiscal responsibility for each assigned division of Ben

E. Keith Food Distribution, and to ensure the establishment and administration of adequate internal controls.

• Prepare and manage the monthly operating budget and perform the monthly closing process to optimize division financials.
• Oversee inventory control to safeguard inventory assets and ensure accuracy of inventory balances.
• Manage program pricing and Vendor Payment Tracking (VPT) administration to ensure accurate customer pricing and recovery of amounts owed by vendors.
• Manage route reconciliation to ensure accurate and complete accounting for all deliveries and adequate controls.
• Manage Accounts Receivable to ensure timely and effective posting of all remittances.
• Manage Accounts Payable to ensure timely and accurate payment of all vendor invoicing.
• Manage payroll to ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll.
• Ensure completion of daily/weekly/monthly administrative responsibilities and manage resolution of outstanding issues.
• Oversee and support direct reports. Generate, maintain and use reporting on performance metrics and benchmarks identified for each person/position/function.
• Manage the day-to-day tasks of direct reports.
• Assess performance of direct reports against established benchmarks, provide feedback, and mentor, coach, develop and hold associates accountable for their contributions and achievements.
• Model good management and self-management practices in support of BEK culture.
• Help ensure financial controls are established and adhered to.

• 3 years of finance experience required.
• At least 2 years of management experience; prior experience as a Controller preferred.
• Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office and financial applications;
  People Soft A/P and Payroll preferred.
• Knowledge of the Food Service industry preferred, as well as state and federal regulations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to multi-task.
• Relationship management with excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to manage others with strong attention to detail.
• Self-directed/self-motivated with strong problem-solving skills.
• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Business or Finance; CPA a plus.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability
• 401K with matching contribution
• Profit-Sharing Plan (100% company-paid)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Educational Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation and holidays
• Employee Credit Union

Ben

E. Keith (BEK) Company is one of the largest food and beverage distributors in the United States. We are a family-owned business with a long-standing tradition of supporting the diverse communities in which we live and work. Our competitive employee benefits provide health and financial protection to our employees and their families.

Ben

E. Keith is an equal employment opportunity, affirmative action employer. VEVRAA Federal Contractor. Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled.