ABOUT ROLAND FOODS

Roland Foods, LLC, based in New York City, is an importer and distributor of high-quality specialty food products from more than 60 countries. Founded in Paris in 1934 and established in the U.S. in 1939, the Company provides customers with exceptional specialty foods, primarily offered under the Roland brand. The company has a national presence in the foodservice, retail, and industrial channels as well as international sales in the Caribbean, Central and South America, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. Roland Foods’ dedication to providing quality and consistency has made it a leader among food importers and suppliers. The Roland brand is synonymous with quality and authenticity for the consumer and chef alike.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Roland Foods is currently seeking an Accounting Senior Manager. The Accounting Senior Manager assists the Controller with the effective operation of Corporate Accounting, including month-end close, monthly reporting requirements, technical accounting guidance, external audits, supervision of accounts payable and payroll functions, continuous process improvements, implementing and maintaining a system of internal controls, and ensuring that financial statements are prepared in compliance with policies and procedures and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.

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 accounts payable staff and payroll staff while promoting process efficiencies and ensuring compliance with internal and external policies and reporting requirements
• Assists in the preparation of annual financial statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and in compliance with policies and procedures

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  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)
• Prepare ad-hoc analysis as needed by management
• Identify and resolve process/system inefficiencies and drive process improvements
• Hires, manages, motivates, coaches, and formally evaluates the performance of all direct reports

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

Required

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  Minimum 7 years of accounting experience preferably with 2-4 years of public accounting
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• Proficiency with Microsoft AX
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, internal controls, and financial reporting
• Experience preparing audit schedules and working with external auditors

• Experience performing and reviewing balance sheet account reconciliations
• Experience leading, managing and developing accounts payable and general accounting teams

Preferred

• CPA preferred

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  Proficiency in Tableau is preferred but not required

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  Strong analytical/problem-solving skills, with outstanding attention to detail and excellent organizational skills

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  Process improvement mindset, leveraging information systems

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  Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with, manage, motivate, and support the team’s staff

SALARY RANGE

Roland Foods hires exceptional people to perform a wide variety of important functions

that contribute to the success of the Company. One of the ways Roland Foods does that is through a competitive compensation package. The base salary for this role will be $115,000 - $145,000.

This role is bonus eligible

Based on your qualifications, previous experience, and transferrable skills, the Company will determine at its sole discretion, the salary offered.

Founded by immigrants, 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!

Roland Foods 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. Roland Foods considers qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Roland Foods 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 peopleandculture@rolandfoods.com.