Accounting Supervisor

Overview

Job Description The Accounting Supervisor will drive consistent and accurate financial processes within their area of responsibility, and directly support the accurate management of supplier and customer contracts. This team is part of Vistar’s Corporate Finance organization. This position plays a crucial role in the evaluation of contracts for payments to customers, and receipt of payments from suppliers in various negotiated programs.

In leading the team, this role will identify and develop value-added financial reports, identify financial risks and opportunities, ensure compliance with corporate financial policies, and drive key initiatives. The Accounting Supervisor will identify and recommend process improvements while providing leadership and direction to a team of 1 or more Accountant(s). The Accounting Supervisor will function as a team member within the organization, as required, and perform any duty assigned to best fit the needs of the company.

• Assist in leading month end financial close and control activities including (1) providing month end closing deliverables, (2) reviewing and approving month end account reconciliations, (3) documenting standard operating procedures and (4) ensuring compliance with corporate financial policies
• Support accounting and forecasting needs working closely with external departments and nation-wide operations
• Ensure contract maintenance, interpretation and contract reviews are being maintained and are timely
• Ensure accurate reporting and timely resolution of both customer rebates and supplier rebates
• Implement, maintain, and enhance SOX controls
• Supervise associates to include, but not limited to staffing, training, coaching, performance management and problem resolution.
• Drive continuous process improvements through leveraging deep understanding of the team’s responsibilities
• Lead small teams on special projects assigned by management
• Perform other related duties as assigned

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• 4+ years of Corporate Finance/Accounting experience
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel, to include pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and working with large data sets

$100,000 - $110,000 base salary + 20% annual incentive potential