Senior Accounting Consultant

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations including GL, AP, AR, and payroll.
• Lead month-end close and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting.
• Analyze and reconcile complex invoices and deals to ensure proper payment cycles and accuracy.
• Redesign and document accounting processes to improve financial accuracy and efficiency.
• Drive process improvement initiatives focused on organizational design and gross profit enhancement.
• Mentor and develop team members, including individuals expected to transition into a Controller role long-term.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Partner with external auditors to ensure compliance and accurate financial presentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to ensure accountability and ownership of financial data.

• Previous grocery industry accounting experience (non-negotiable).
• CPA preferred.
• Strong background in financial process improvement, reconciliation, and reporting.
• Experience mentoring and developing accounting teams.
• Expertise in Microsoft Great Plains or similar ERP systems.