Job description

Manager, Technical Accounting

About Quirch Foods

In business for over 55 years, Quirch Foods is a food distribution company servicing ethnic and national grocers as well as foodservice distribution customers across the United States, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. Quirch operates approximately 400 refrigerated trucks and over 2.3 million square feet of combined distribution space through 20 facilities in Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, Tennessee, Alabama, Louisiana, Illinois, Texas, Washington, Oregon and Puerto Rico. Quirch is the exclusive distributor of High River Angus®, McKinneys Beef®, Panamei Seafood®, Diamon Reef® Seafood, Kikiriquirch®, Jackson Farms®, Mambo Foods®, and is a licensed distributor of Certified Angus Beef® and Chiquita Brands® frozen Tropicals and Fruits. Quirch operates through a family of well recognized companies. We are headquartered in Miami, FL.

Quirch is a portfolio company of Palladium Equity Partners, a leading mid-market private equity fund based in New York City, which partnered with the Executive Team to capitalize on Quirch Foods’ record of excellence and to grow it decisively beyond its current business.

Position Summary:

Quirch Foods is looking for a Technical Accounting Manager to join our team. This employee will report to the Vice President of Financial Reporting and will lead the day-to-day technical accounting functions of the organization. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical accounting background and be able to interpret and apply complex accounting principles and standards.

Essential duties and Responsibilities:

The Technical Accounting Manager’s responsibility will span the gamut of accounting processes, from journal entries to leading financial audits and ensuring tax compliance as well as being a key participant in the integrations of acquired companies, and active participant in board presentations and preparation. The person will lead a team of 5 field accountants.

· Oversee the preparation of financial statements in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and other regulatory requirements.

· Ensure accurate and timely reporting of financial results to internal and external stakeholders.

· Identify and implement accounting policies and procedures that align with industry best practices and applicable regulatory requirements.

· Assist with the implementation of new accounting standards and ensure compliance with new and existing standards.

· Oversee and ensure ASE 842 lease standards are followed and maintained.

· Manage the closing processes (Year-end, Month-end, etc)

· Manage the external audit process and coordinate with auditors to ensure efficient and effective audits.

· Review and analyze financial data to identify trends and variances and provide insights and recommendations to management.

· Provide technical accounting guidance to cross-functional teams, including Finance, Sales, Purchasing, and Operations.

· Collaborate with members of Finance team to prepare accurate and timely financial forecasts and budget projections.

· Assist with integration of systems and human capital of newly acquired organizations.

· Ensure compliance with internal controls and recommend improvements to existing controls.

· Develop and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders, including senior management, auditors, and external advisors.

· Coach and develop team members to promote a culture of continuous learning and improvement.

Qualifications and Requirements:

· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred.

· 7+ years of experience in technical accounting.

· Experience with public accounting and/or audit experience preferred.

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

· Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

· Strong organizational and time management skills.

Benefits You Will Enjoy:

· Comprehensive benefits package that includes: Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug Plan, Disability Plan, Life insurance Plan

· 401K savings Plan

· Paid Holidays

· Personal Time off

· Employee Discounts

Quirch Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. All applicants must be eligible to work in the United States.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Coral Gables, FL 33134: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• What is your desired compensation?

Experience:

• GAAP: 1 year (Preferred)
• Accounting: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CPA (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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