Director, Finance and Accounting - Prime Line

US Foods•Fort Lauderdale, FL

2d•$115,000 - $175,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Director, Finance and Accounting - Prime Line is a key member of the Prime Line leadership team and the primary finance and accounting leader for the business. The role drives financial performance, provides strategic business insights, and ensures accounting integrity. In partnership with the General Manager and cross-functional leaders, the Director develops and executes financial strategies, leads budgeting and forecasting, improves profitability, and supports business results. The Director oversees financial planning and analysis, financial reporting, accounting close processes, internal controls, and SOX compliance. The role also leads Prime Line Finance and Accounting personnel and supports informed decision-making, operational improvements, and sustainable growth while maintaining a strong control environment. The position is expected to work in a US Foods office-based environment, with occasional warehouse and customer site visits, and requires up to 25% travel.

Requirements

At least 7 years of progressive finance and/or accounting leadership experience.
Strong knowledge of financial planning and analysis, budgeting, forecasting, GAAP, internal controls, and SOX compliance.
Demonstrated success influencing business leaders and driving financial and operational results.
Strong analytical, financial modeling, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Strong communication, presentation, and leadership skills, including the ability to explain complex financial concepts to business leaders and influence decisions.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools.
Ability to lead across a matrixed organization and influence without direct authority.
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
Ability to travel up to 25%.

Nice To Haves

CPA or MBA.
Industry experience and knowledge of inventory management.
Experience collaborating in a matrixed organization and leading teams virtually across multiple locations.
Experience with Anaplan.

Responsibilities

Own execution of the Prime Line finance strategy.
Lead annual budgeting, monthly forecasting, and long-range financial planning.
Partner with the General Manager and functional leaders to develop strategies for profitable growth and EBITDA improvement.
Assess financial performance, identify risks and opportunities, and recommend actions to achieve financial targets.
Manage the P&L, driving margin expansion, cost management, operational efficiencies, and working capital optimization.
Provide financial insights, reporting, and recommendations for strategic and operational decision-making.
Advise Prime Line leadership and translate complex financial information into actionable business plans.
Develop financial acumen across the organization to improve understanding and accountability for business performance.
Ensure complete and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting and accounting close activities.
Oversee balance sheet integrity, account reconciliations, and financial reporting processes.
Partner with the Controller's Group, Managed Services, and Centers of Excellence to ensure compliance with accounting policies and procedures.
Maintain a strong internal control environment, including SOX compliance and remediation of control deficiencies.
Review balance sheet health and key accounting metrics with corporate stakeholders.
Own accounting governance, compliance, and financial integrity for Prime Line.
Ensure timely and accurate accounting information is available for operational and strategic decisions.
Collaborate with Sales, Operations, Pricing, Inventory, Purchasing, and Human Resources to improve business performance.
Drive accountability for gross profit enhancement, cost management, inventory optimization, and working capital management.
Partner with Revenue Management and Sales to evaluate customer profitability and support profitable sales growth.
Lead inventory adjustment reviews and work with business partners to reduce damage, spoilage, shrink, and excess inventory.
Partner with Credit and Sales to support growth while managing financial risk.
Drive continuous improvement through root cause analysis, process optimization, and standardized work practices.
Lead change management and guide teams through business transformation initiatives.
Complete assigned special projects and financial analyses, and perform other duties assigned by the manager.
Supervise all functional Prime Line Finance and Accounting personnel.