Accounting Manager

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Job description

Full-time

Company Description

Founded by Eric Lecoq in 1991, we are the preeminent manufacturer of fine French pastries in the US.

Intense focus on innovation, investment in state-of-the-art equipment, and an uncompromising commitment to the highest quality in ingredients, together with artisanal know-how and respect for tradition, are the secrets to the creation of our exquisite pastries.

Our amazing people's inspiration and dedication are what brings it all together. Their enthusiasm for the product and commitment to delivering the very best French pastries translates into an unforgettable experience for your taste buds.

The same principles of quality, high standards, and precision are found throughout the organization in everything we do. If you have a passion for excellence, an innovative mind, and pride for things well done, we'd love to meet you.

Job Description

Title: Accounting Manager

Overview of Position

The purpose of this position is to assist the Controller in providing hands-on leadership and management of all company financial planning and accounting functions (A/R, A/P, G/L, Cost, and Inventory Accounting) in a Manufacturing environment. Design, develop, implement, and manage cost accounting practices including Standard Cost and all relative variance reporting throughout the organization and client groups. Ensure company accounting procedures conform to generally accepted accounting principles. Supervises accounting staff within functional areas.

What will be my duties and responsibilities in this job?

• Assist Controller in directing and coordinating company financial reporting, planning and budget management functions
• Performs monthly balance sheet account analysis
• Prepares and reviews various cash, A/P, A/R, etc. reports monthly for management
• Manages and monitors delinquent A/R
• Process Payroll for the site
• Assist Controller in creating benchmarks for measuring the financial and operating performance of departments
• Assist Controller in monitoring and analyzing monthly operating results against forecasts
• Assist in oversight of daily operations of the finance/accounting department
• Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal reporting requirements
• Assist Controller in establishing and implementing short and long-range departmental goals, objectives, policies, and operating procedures
• Makes recommendations and improvements for departmental efficiency
• Assist Controller in supervising, training, developing, and providing feedback of all assigned personnel in a timely, effective, and proactive manner
• Assist Controller in directing financial audits and provide recommendations for procedural improvements
• Assist Controller in designing, developing, and implementing standard costing systems, including those associated with standard labor (tracking and systems)
• Develop and implement variance tracking for all client groups
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

What are the requirements needed for this position?

• A minimum of 5-10 years of experience in a senior level Financial/Accounting position supervising staff in a manufacturing environment.BS Degree required in Finance or Accounting
• Masters degree is preferred
• CPA would be beneficial

What other skills/experience would be helpful to have?

• Solid knowledge of finance, accounting, and budgeting principles including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. Knowledge of automated financial and accounting reporting systems (Sage/MAS 500)
• Solid knowledge of federal and state financial regulations
• Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements, and projections

Additional Information

Lecoq Cuisine provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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