National Kitchen Accounting Manager/ Food Distribution

Job Description

Job Description

Our client is seeking a National Kitchen Accounting Manager with Food Distribution experience to join their team, in Fontana, CA. (Travel & Remote Required) 

Reports to: Sr. Kitchen Accounting Manager   

Full-Time, Exempt 

Temp -to - Hire

Job Purpose:  

The National Kitchen Accounting Manager is responsible for providing leadership, direction, and 

oversight of Kitchen Accounting operations across all locations. This role leads a team of supervisors 

and analysts while driving operational excellence through performance management, KPI development, 

process improvement initiatives, and cross-functional collaboration. The Manager ensures accounting  

processes are accurate, efficient, scalable, and aligned with company objectives while fostering a culture  

of accountability, continuous improvement, employee development, and customer service excellence. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Team Leadership, Mentoring & Development: Lead, mentor, and develop supervisors and analysts; establish performance expectations; conduct coaching and performance reviews; build succession plans; and foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.  
• Performance Management, KPIs & Team Improvement: Establish, monitor, and report on KPIs measuring productivity, accuracy, service levels, operational effectiveness, and internal customer satisfaction. Analyze trends, drive improvement plans, develop scorecards, and present results to leadership.  
• Cross-Functional Partnership: Serve as a strategic business partner to Kitchen, Accounting, and leadership teams; provide insights, recommendations, and support for organizational growth.  
• Accounting Operations Leadership: Oversee Kitchen Accounting activities across all locations ensuring consistency, accuracy, compliance, and adherence to company policies and accounting standards.  
• Accounts Payable Oversight: Provide leadership of AP operations, monitor AP aging, ensure timely invoice processing and payment execution, and strengthen vendor relationships. 
• Project Management & Process Improvement: Lead cross-functional projects focused on automation, reporting enhancements, system improvements, workflow optimization, and standardization initiatives.  
• Financial Reporting & Close Management: Ensure accurate and timely monthly end reporting while supporting audits, reconciliations, and compliance requirements.  
• Year-End Close & Reporting: Lead year-end close and reporting activities, ensuring deadlines are met and results are accurate. Maintain discipline across reporting cycles and contribute to ongoing process and system improvements. 

Qualifications:  

• Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting experience.  
• Minimum 2 years of management experience leading accounting or finance teams.  
• Proven success leading projects, process improvement initiatives, and organizational change.  
• Demonstrated ability to develop, mentor, and retain high-performing teams.  
• Strong experience utilizing KPIs, reporting, and performance metrics to drive results.  
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field preferred; equivalent relevant work experience will also be considered.  
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and SAP.  
• Strong leadership, organizational, analytical, communication, and presentation skills, including experience presenting to senior leadership.  

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:  

The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.   

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in warehouse/service center environments with variable temperatures.  
• Must be able to safely operate around heavy moving equipment in a fast-paced setting.  

Disclaimer 

This position description indicates the general nature and level of work expected. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required. Employee may be asked to perform other duties as required.