Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager - Perishable Food Manufacturing/Distribution

We are partnering with a leading perishable food supplier/manufacturer/distributor with vertically integrated solutions across North America. This rapidly growing company is known for cultivating and distributing produce products and adding real value to clients while providing a positive and supportive workplace for internal employees.

The Accounting Manager will collaborate with operations to drive accounting efficiency and provide financial insights that contribute to strategic decision-making for the Eastern U.S. region. The role reports onsite in the Fort Myers, FL area office during onboarding and fiscal year‑end, and then works from home one day a week thereafter.

$90,000.00 – $ per year

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field (required). CPA or CMA is a plus.
• Minimum 5 years of accounting experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role over 2+ direct reports (required).
• Current understanding of GAAP principles.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience in multi‑entity financial reporting and consolidations (minimum of 3 general ledgers managed within one role).
• Proficiency in accounts payable/receivable, P&L, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and Office Suite, with experience using Power BI and ERP systems such as Famous is a plus.
• Background in manufacturing or distribution/food service/agriculture is a plus.
• Cross‑cultural sensitivity and ability to influence change in a diverse environment.
• Highly adaptable leader who respects culture and demonstrates strong communication.

• High visibility to upper management and C‑Suite leadership with opportunities to expand the role laterally and vertically.
• Key impact on an established company with a long history (80 years) and rapid expansion, including acquisitions in the works.
• Alignment with a company known for agricultural excellence, sustainability, and delivering high‑quality products.
• Collaborative culture that allows you to be a change agent through recommendations, implementation of efficiencies, and process improvements.

• Prepare weekly financial summaries for the Controller, including AR/AP aging, variances, and month‑end close status.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of accountants and clerks supporting a range of clients with unique operational needs.
• Review and approve journal entries and ensure accuracy of the general ledger across ERP systems.
• Oversee AP & AR functions, including billing, collections, payments, and reconciliations.
• Manage customer rebate processing, reconciliation, and reporting.
• Spearhead budgeting, forecasting, and profitability reporting.
• Analyze monthly financial results against budget and forecast and provide clear variance explanations.
• Partner with operations leaders to support financial/operational alignment.
• Identify process improvement opportunities and drive efficiency and accuracy across accounting operations.

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