Accounting Manager

Join Franz Family BakeryAre you 'bread' for success? Come make dough with us!Franz Family Bakery was founded in 1906 in the Pacific Northwest and has become one of the country's most successful bakeries. We produce a variety of baked products, marketed under a wide range of premium labels, all made with quality ingredients and a superior baking process. We employ over 4,000 employees and distribute our products in Alaska, Idaho, California, Utah, Montana, Oregon, and Washington. Take your career to the next level and join our exciting team. Franz offers employees excellent benefits including:Competitive Wages: $100,000 - $103,000 base annual salaryGrowth and Development OpportunitiesGenerous Holiday and VacationComprehensive Healthcare 100% Employer paid healthcare premiums for employee and all eligible dependentsProfit Sharing and 401K plans50% Discount Franz ProductsPrimary Duties and ResponsibilitiesCompletes weekly financial reports.Completes general ledger entries, accruals, audits and account reconciliations. Ensures accurate reporting of financial results for the division.Works with Director of Operations and Sales Teams to develop accurate financial forecasts.Prepares and submits period and year-end reports, provides analysis of financial results.Works with Corporate Finance and Accounting teams on general ledger balances and changes.Inventory Management: Works with Production, shipping and receiving on a daily basis to ensure that the ingredient, packaging and finished goods inventories are accurate and up to date.Supervises Salt Lake Accounting staff. Trains, monitors and evaluates work, provides guidance, discipline and other related activities (including hires, promotions, and terminations) in accordance with Franz/US Bakery policy and procedures. Develops and tracks process, workflow and efficiencies.Travels out of state on Company business.May work outside of business hours, including occasional weekends.Performs other related duties of which the above are representative.Preferred Education/ExperienceA college degree in business, accounting, or finance. or equivalent years of experience required.Minimum of four (4) years related experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.Knowledge and proficiency of Windows based networks and programs including Microsoft Office Suite. Must have advanced working knowledge of Excel to include pivot tables.Critical Skills and ExpertiseThorough knowledge of general accounting principles and practices. Cost accounting and financial analysis knowledge and experience is preferred.Experience with quarterly and year-end reporting, audits, account reconciliations, tax reporting, budgeting, and cash flow statements.Experience with implementation of new accounting systems is preferred.Proven management and organizational skills. Excellent oral, written skills and interpersonal skills to effectively work with other departments, vendors and senior staff.Valid ID State Driver's License for business and travel between bakeries.Ability to work in a fast-paced, high change environment.Superior communication skills, both written and verbal.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Ability to prioritize and multi-task.Keen attention to detail and pride in data accuracy.Must have a positive and safe work ethic, be a team player, and be reliable.Travel: Some TravelEqual Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.