Roland Foods, LLC Hiring for Senior Accountant Job at Gaithersburg, MD Full Time

ABOUT ALBERT USTER IMPORTS

Albert Uster Imports, Inc. (“AUI”) is a privately held gourmet food company headquartered in the Washington, DC area (Gaithersburg, MD) with warehouse locations in Kansas City, Las Vegas, Miami, Los Angeles, San Francisco and Gaithersburg. AUI falls under the Vestar Capital Partners portfolio with affiliate organization, Roland Foods, LLC.

Founded in 1968, the company offers over 1,400 products from around the world. We serve leading hotels, restaurants, casinos, cruise lines, airlines, and manufacturers with innovative, high-quality products and solutions to their most demanding culinary challenges. We operate a network of distribution centers across the U.S. and serve select international markets as well. AUI has a national direct selling organization of over 60 sales professionals and a staff of culinary experts (chefs and food scientists) adept at custom product solutions.

ABOUT THE ROLE

AUI is seeking an Accounting Manager. The Accounting Manager assists the Division Controller and the Corporate Controller with the effective operation of Division Accounting, including month-end close, monthly reporting requirements, collaboration with accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash management, management reporting, continuous process improvements, and ensuring that financial statements are prepared in compliance with policies and procedures and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.

This role will report directly to the Division Controller of AUI and oversees a team of 2.

As a response to the pandemic, Albert Uster Imports office employees have transitioned to a hybrid working schedule, requiring employees to report in-person Monday through Wednesday, with the option to telework on Thursday and Friday each week. Due to the collaborative, cross-functional nature of the organization, employees at the Gaithersburg office are required to work in-person for the abovementioned days, outside of any People & Culture-approved disability accommodation request.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage all aspects of the month-end close process, including reviewing journal entries prepared by staff, preparing accruals and reserve support, and ensuring the general ledger is complete, materially accurate, and closed timely and in accordance with internal and external reporting requirements
• Review and participate in the monthly reconciliation of balance sheet accounts, ensuring accounts are reconciled timely and reconciling items are addressed appropriately
• Oversee and direct staff while promoting process efficiencies and ensuring compliance with internal and external policies and reporting requirements
• Assist in the preparation of annual financial statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and in compliance with policies and procedures
• Assists with external audits (financial and sales/use tax), including preparation of audit schedules and serve as a liaison between external auditors and the business
• Coordinate third party outsourced consultants to complete monthly, quarterly, and annual Federal and State tax reporting requirements (including income, property, and sales and use taxes)
• Manage various state tax filings and payments
• Prepare ad-hoc analysis as needed by management
• Drive improvements to the internal accounting processes through automation, improved accuracy, and efficiency
• Perform other ad hoc duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience, including prior experience as a manager or similar position within a $50+ million revenue, entrepreneurial, high-growth organization; 2+ years of public accounting experience preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, internal controls, and financial reporting
• Proficiency with MS Dynamics/GP or similar ERP System
• Prior inventory experience
• Strong analytical/problem-solving skills, with outstanding attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with, manage, motivate, and support the team’s staff

Founded by immigrants, AUI & Roland Foods knows that diversity is the spice of life. We believe in the power of food to open minds, spark adventure, and bring diverse people together. All are welcome at our table! We know the transformative value of food in individual lives and communities. Because of this, we insist on obtaining the highest-quality ingredients and talent!

AUI is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or other applicable legally protected characteristic. AUI considers qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. AUI is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [email protected].