Accounting Manager

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Are you ready to take the next step in your career Join us for an exciting opportunity at Albertsons Companies where innovation and customer service go hand-in-hand!

At Albertsons Companies we are looking for someone whos not just seeking a job but someone who wants to make an this role youll have the opportunity to lead innovate and contribute to the growth of a company that values great service and lasting customer relationships. This position offers the chance to work in a fast-paced dynamic environment thats constantly evolving.

Main responsibilities:

The Distribution Center Accounting Manager provides endtoend accounting leadership and financial insight into Distribution Center operations. Reporting to the Controller this role oversees financial close reporting internal controls and analysis while leading the accounting team. The Accounting Manager partners closely with operational leaders to drive financial accuracy compliance and datadriven decisionmaking in a fastpaced environment.

This position requires a handson leader who combines strong accounting fundamentals with the ability to influence across functions and translate financial results into actionable insights. This role plays a critical part in identifying financial risks trends and control issues and in escalating insights that impact forecast accuracy compliance and operational decision-making.

The position will be based inAuburn WA.

• Ensure accurate timely preparation of financial records and statements in accordance with GAAP and company policies
• Manage periodend close activities including expense reconciliation and general ledger review
• Monitor ledger activity and proactively resolve posting or classification issues
• Supports forecast and projection processes by ensuring financial results accruals and trends are understood properly reflected and communicated to the Controller.
• Establish maintain and monitor accounting policies and internal controls to safeguard company assets
• Review expense payments (including purchase card activity) to ensure compliance with approval and control standards
• Oversee capital expenditure accounting validation of savings initiatives and proper asset tracking
• Partner with Inventory Control to support financial integrity inventory accuracy and related reporting
• Interprets results and recommends solutions to increase revenue reduce expense maximize operational efficiency/quality.
• Analyze financial and operational results identify trends and highlight risks and opportunities
• Develop and publish daily weekly monthly and quarterly financial reports and dashboards
• Participates in the development of advanced analytic tools and models (predominantly in Microsoft Excel) requiring ingenuity creativity and short deliverable timeframes (build from scratch)
• Prepare ad hoc analyses to support operational strategic and special project needs
• Provide financial insights to support productivity cost control and continuous improvement initiatives
• Lead coach and develop a team to deliver highquality results
• Collaborate closely with Distribution Center leadership to support business decisions
• Communicate effectively with internal partners and external vendors regarding financial questions payments and deductions
• Foster an inclusive highperformance team culture focused on accountability and continuous learning
  

We are looking for candidates who possess the following:

• Bachelors degree in accounting Finance or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Progressive accounting experience preferably in distribution manufacturing logistics or retail environments
• Prior peoplemanagement or teamlead experience strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of GAAP general ledger accounting and periodend close processes
• Solid understanding of inventory systems and distribution/warehouse cost structures
• Advanced analytical and problemsolving skills with the ability to translate data into insights
• Demonstrated leadership coaching and collaboration abilities
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to influence across levels
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office tools
• Experience with enterprise financial systems and reporting tools (e.g. Essbase or similar)
• Knowledge and experience with Hyperion Essbase Oracle Microsoft Power BI Desktop SQL and BigQuery
  

We also provide a variety of benefits including:

• Competitive wages paid weekly
• Access to up to 50% of your earned wages before payday via our partnership with Stream
• Associate discounts
• Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates (Medical Dental 401k and more!)
• Time off (vacation holidays sick pay). For eligibility requirements please visit myACI Benefits
• Leaders invested in your training career growth and development
• An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve
  

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