Accounting Manager
Summary:
Seeking a detail-oriented and process-driven Accounting Manager to oversee multi-entity accounting operations for a national company with ties to the foodservice industry. This role will professionalize month-end close, drive process improvements, and provide oversight of commission accounting, expense activity, and financial reporting across multiple regions. Ideal for a hands-on accounting leader with strong audit skills and experience in fast-paced, service-oriented environments.

Location: Charlotte, NC (Hybrid – minimum 3 days/week onsite; additional onsite during initial ramp-up)
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm; minimal travel required
Compensation: $130,000–$160,000 base + ~15% bonus (trimester payouts)
Benefits:

• ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)
• 401(k)
• Health, dental, vision insurance
• Long-term disability
• Paid time off and company holidays

Key Responsibilities:

• Own and professionalize the month-end close process for multiple entities
• Full-charge accounting responsibilities including multi-entity consolidations and shared services
• Reallocation of expenses and income across entities
• Oversight of commission accounting, with monthly commission cycles
• Monitor and manage expense activity, including corporate card usage
• Implement and improve processes, internal controls, and KPIs to enhance efficiency and accuracy
• Prepare and analyze financial statements; identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for improvement
• Partner with operations, finance, and leadership to support growth and strategic initiatives
• Support compliance, documentation, and regulatory reporting

Qualifications:
Required:

• Minimum 10 years progressive accounting experience, including audit ownership and multi-entity/multi-state financial oversight
• Experience in mid-market companies ($20–$100M) or service-oriented organizations
• Proven experience leading or mentoring accounting teams
• Strong technical skills in ERP/accounting systems (Intuit Enterprise Suite, SAP Concur/Ramp, or similar)
• Proficiency in Power BI and advanced Excel
• Deep understanding of GAAP, multi-entity consolidations, and internal controls
• Highly organized, process-oriented, and detail-focused

Preferred:

• Prior experience in companies serving the foodservice or related industries
• Experience driving process improvements, automation, and workflow efficiency
• Strategic problem-solving mindset and solutions-oriented approach
• Comfort working in a dynamic, evolving environment with multiple stakeholders