Accounting Manager

Albertsons Companies•Wells, ME

19d•$92,000 - $115,100•Hybrid

About The Position

The Manager, Supply Chain Finance is Shaw's Supply Chain's forward-looking analytics and decision-support partner, responsible for turning operational and financial data — labor, productivity, transportation, inventory and cost — into clear insights, forecasts and actionable recommendations for Supply Chain and corporate finance leadership. This is a hands-on role that is functionally both FP&A and accounting, with approximately a 70/30 split, respectively. The manager also maintains oversight of accounting close, reporting and internal controls to ensure the numbers underpinning that analysis are accurate, timely and GAAP/SOX-compliant. Success in this role means being as much a strategic advisor as an accountant.

Requirements

Five or more years of progressive accounting, FP&A, financial analysis or supply chain finance experience with a Fortune 500 company, including leadership/people-management responsibility (at least 2 years in a manager or supervisory role).
Experience in distribution, warehouse, transportation, retail supply chain or another complex operating environment strongly preferred; major consumer products or distribution industry experience a plus.
Strong knowledge of period-end close, budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, internal controls and inventory accounting.
Strong understanding of inventory systems and how they relate to financial reports.
Demonstrated ability to build financial/data models and translate data into clear, actionable insight for non-finance leaders; ability to build complex Excel financial reports from scratch.
Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills; strong computer skills including Word, PowerPoint, SQL, Hyperion and Essbase; experience with BI/visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) and ERP/warehouse management/planning systems strongly preferred.
Ability to think strategically and identify/execute appropriate action plans.
Excellent project management and resource prioritization skills; ability to develop realistic timelines and deliver results.
Strong communication (oral and written), organization and relationship-management skills; ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.
Good interpersonal skills and desire to be a team player; ability to work with and through others to achieve desired results.
High degree of initiative and results orientation; ability to excel in a fast-paced, high-volume operation with tight deadlines and high service expectations.
Ability to travel among Methuen, Wells and supporting locations (travel requirement: less than 10%).

Nice To Haves

CPA, CMA, MBA or other relevant advanced credential.
Experience with predictive/statistical modeling or automation tools (e.g., Power Query, Alteryx, SQL) is a plus.

Responsibilities

Lead annual budgets, quarterly projections, monthly outlooks and long-range planning for the distribution centers and transportation network, built on data-driven operational assumptions (volume, labor, productivity, transportation, inventory and cost drivers).
Coordinate all budgeting and forecasting activities for the distribution centers.
Analyze results against budget, forecast and prior year; proactively identify risks, opportunities and root causes, not just report variances after the fact.
Interact with operational department managers regarding budget activity and actual results.
Translate complex financial and operational data into concise, actionable recommendations and executive-ready presentations for Supply Chain and corporate leadership.
Interpret and analyze financial reports and prepare recommendations concerning operating results for the General Manager, Director, and Senior Director of Supply Chain Finance.
Develop scenario models, business cases and ROI/cost-benefit analysis (including NPV and IRR analysis) for labor, capital, technology and process investment decisions.
Ensure capital expenditures are properly controlled and accounted for, and that savings/investment projects are validated.
Partner proactively with distribution center and transportation leaders to shape performance improvement plans using predictive and trend analysis, not just historical reporting.
Perform distribution center analyses and studies for projects as required, including analysis of outside wholesalers.
Provide ad hoc reporting as requested by the Controller or operational management areas.
Participate in development and publication of daily, weekly, period, and quarterly financial reporting schedules.
Oversee accurate, timely weekly, period, quarterly and annual accounting and reporting deliverables in accordance with company policy and GAAP.
Guide transactional processing to include Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Payroll as applicable.
Review accruals, journal entries, reclasses, account activity, billing, inventory transactions and reconciliations.
Complete period balance sheet reconciliation activity to confirm ledger accuracy.
Monitor all general ledger activity to confirm accuracy of postings and promptly respond to any changes deemed necessary.
Review expense payments, including purchase card activity, to confirm accuracy, procedures, and approval controls are adhered to.
Ensure results are complete, well-supported and consistent with company accounting policy.
Maintain clear ownership, deadlines, documentation standards and backup coverage for recurring close work.
Communicate with vendors to answer questions and provide backup to payment and deduction activity where needed.
Provide functional leadership to the Inventory Control Lead at each distribution center (Methuen and Wells), establishing consistent standards.
Oversee inventory accuracy reporting, cycle counts, physical inventories, adjustment review, receiving/shipping controls, shrink analysis and discrepancy resolution.
Partner with the Inventory Control area on financial controls and associated reporting of activity.
Ensure timely completion, review and retention of SOX evidence and required documentation.
Establish and maintain accounting policies to ensure adequate accounting controls to safeguard company assets.
Partner with Operations, Procurement, Accounts Payable, Technology and corporate partners to resolve control gaps and process breakdowns.
Lead and develop two direct reports; set priorities and accountability for the two Inventory Control Leads.
Develop staff members for future opportunities and as potential position/succession alternatives.
Build a coordinated team across three locations via communication, delegation, cross-training and standard practices.
Drive reporting efficiency and data quality improvements through standardization, automation and better use of financial, warehouse and BI systems.
Champion the adoption of AI-enabled tools, capabilities and agents to build the finance function of the future — piloting automation and AI use cases for reporting, forecasting and analysis while ensuring proper governance, oversight and controls are in place.
Serve as a trusted, forward-looking finance and analytics partner to Supply Chain leadership, balancing strategic analysis with recurring accounting deadlines.
Routinely collaborate with retail and distribution management, providing information and assistance as required.

Benefits

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).
Leaders invested in your training, career growth and development
An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve
medical
dental
401k
vision
disability and life insurance
sick pay
PTO/Vacation Pay or Flexible Time Off
paid holidays
bereavement pay
retirement benefits (pension and/or 401k eligibility)
quarterly bonus