Assistant Controller

Who We Are

Since 1955, we have been on a mission To Passionately Feed Millions Daily with High Quality Food People Enjoy! We are a third-generation family-owned and professionally managed organization with a commitment to strategic growth. We continue to be successful because of talented people, just like you, who choose to join our family and call E.A. Sween home. We pride ourselves on fostering a welcoming, respectful, and rewarding culture where employees are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work each and every day. At E.A. Sween, our team members are seen, heard, and appreciated not just for what they do, but for who they are. We hope you'll join us!

What We're Seeking

The Assistant Controller is a key leader responsible for driving efficiencies within the finance and accounting department. This role assists the Controller in overseeing financial accounting and reporting functions, as well as oversight of accounts payable and receivable, treasury, cash-flow, tax, and audits.

Salary Considerations: $109,781.18 to $175,627.49 USD Based on Experience

What You'll Do (Responsibilities)

Accounting and Finance Responsibilities

* Manage daily financial and accounting operations, including, but not limited to accounts payable and accounts receivable.

* Assist Controller in ensuring compliance with all regulatory and treasury reporting, licenses and permits, leases, contracts, legal agreements, and the proper execution of all operational taxes and documentation for reporting purposes.

* Management of audit, research accounting issues impacting GAAP, and deploy solutions.

* Verify posted transactions, oversee the reconciliation of general ledger and banking accounts, and follow through on variances to ensure complete and accurate data in a timely manner.

* Manages credit cards and expense report reimbursements.

* Develop, implement, and enforce the policies and procedures.

* Ownership to ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial close with supporting reports and analysis for areas of ownership.

* Effectively manage treasury and cash-flow forecasting. This includes the accurate and timely preparation of cash-flow statements, management of receivables, payables, cash-balances, control mechanisms, timely deposits of all funds and cash-flow forecasting.

* Post invoices to JD Edwards and problem-solve errors.

Credit and Risk Management

* Oversee credit granting and updating account terms.

* Monitor and manage all bad debts and write-offs including any recovery.

* Handle bankruptcy accounts including file claims and reclamations when applicable.

* Develop and maintain relationships with other departments when determining appropriate

steps for seriously delinquent accounts.

* Support the development of and hold accountability to company controls.

Leadership

* Effectively lead and mentor the accounting of finance professionals by developing and coaching existing team and by hiring, developing, and retaining top-grade talent.

* Willingness to dive into the details for hands on problem solving.

* Lead strategic oversight and tactical involvement with ability to step in to guide a team through a complex project's critical phase and resolve a sudden operational bottleneck.

* Delegation of finance and accounting specific tasks for the development of direct reports.

* Foster a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.

* Lead with collaboration and one company one team spirit.

Continuous Improvement

* Investigate and critique variances to budget for the prior year and offer practical improvement methodologies to management.

* Analyze financial data and operations to assist and advise in maintaining the financial objectives of the organization.

* Lead process improvement opportunities utilizing the LEAN Management system.

* Evaluate internal controls for all financial and accounting compliance.

* Partner with IT to align systems to enable automation of transaction processing.

What You'll Need (Qualifications)

Required

* Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

* 7+ years of accounting experience

* 3+ years of supervisory or management experience.

* Strong GAAP and financial-reporting skills.

* Proficient analytical and problem-solving skills.

* Highly skilled in math, accounting, and financial processes.

* Highly proficient in time management, critical-thinking, organization, and detail-oriented.

* Strong focus on process-improvement to drive efficiencies and mitigate risks.

* Prior experience with JDE or comparable enterprise level computer systems a must.

* Advances technical skills using Microsoft Office, specifically Excel.

* Displays a willingness and commitment to continuous learning and process improvement.

* Ability to develop interactive working relationships with internal and external contacts at all levels.

* Ability to handle confidential information, lead employees, delegate and be assertive.

* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred

* CPA or CMA

* Public Accounting Experience

Physical Demands/Work Environment

* Generally, an office/desk position using a computer and telephone.

* Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. occasionally.

* Must be able to work regular business hours, with an ability to work occasionally during non-business hours.

* Must be able to work on/direct multiple projects at one time without direct supervision and be able to handle deadlines, confidential information, and interruptions in the work process.

* Must be able to work well with various levels of employees, cross-functional team members and diverse cultures.

How You'll Find Success at EAS

* Value People Most of All: Show respect & care, embrace diversity, and empower others.

* Commit to Safety Everyday: See something say something do something, practice safe behavior, and celebrate safety success.

* Invest in Our Company to Thrive: Share ideas to improve, learn & grow, and embrace change.

* Think Before Doing And Act Decisively: Make thoughtful decisions, work together to find solutions, and do what's right.

* Welcome Constructive Straight Talk: Be honest and respectful even when difficult, be open to ideas and feedback, and ask questions to understand.

* Serve Up Exceptional Experiences: Provide value to customers, take pride in your work, and help others to be successful.

* Enjoy What You Do!: Have a positive attitude, Live the Spirit of E.A. Sween, and celebrate success.