Responsibilities:
Financial Reporting:
- Prepare accurate and timely financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
- Analyze financial data and provide insights to support decision-making processes.
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies.
Budgeting and Forecasting:
- Collaborate with management to develop annual budgets and forecasts.
- Monitor and analyze budget variances, providing explanations and recommendations for improvement.
General Ledger Management:
- Oversee the general ledger function, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial records.
- Conduct regular reconciliations of accounts and resolve discrepancies.
Month-end and Year-end Close:
- Lead the month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring deadlines are met.
- Coordinate with internal teams to gather necessary financial information.
Audit Support:
- Facilitate external and internal audits, providing documentation and explanations as needed.
- Implement audit recommendations and improvements to internal controls.
Tax Compliance:
- Prepare and review tax filings, and ensuring compliance.
- Stay informed about changes in tax laws and regulations.
Cash Management:
- Manage cash flow, monitor banking activities, and optimize the use of funds.
- Work closely with Treasury to forecast cash requirements.
Team Leadership:
- Provide guidance and mentorship to junior finance team members.
- Foster a collaborative and positive working environment.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA certification preferred.
- Proven experience as a Senior Accountant in the food and beverage industry or a similar field.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and compliance requirements.
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP, QuickBooks, NetSuite Oracle) and Microsoft Excel.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
