Job Description:

Fresh Direct is seeking a full-time motivated and experienced Accounting Manager to join our accounting team on a hybrid-model basis (2 days remote, 3 in office). Our ideal candidate has a positive attitude, is adaptable, detail-oriented, and is interested in supporting and improving accounting processes and the Fresh Direct control environment. This position will play a key role in the Company’s accounting, tax, compliance and reporting activities and should have at 6-8 years of qualified work experience in accounting or tax roles. Applicants should have both public and private experience and possess strong technical, organizational and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities:

• Work alongside Internal Controls team to continuously improve accounting processes and controls
• Prioritize development and documentation of processes surrounding the following areas: inventory, sales tax reconciliations, SAP based tax depreciation for owned assets, and Ahold Delhaize sustainability reporting
• Monthly close: Reviewing of journal entries and work papers, balance sheet reconciliations, and reporting related to Cash, Fixed assets, Prepaid expenses, Expense accruals, and Payroll. Preparation of schedules or entries on an as-needed basis.
• Period reporting: Assist with monthly financial submissions to parent company via Hyperion including specialized cash flow and intercompany reporting. Preparation of quarterly/year-end disclosures and interfacing with tax group for entries
• Work with the Ahold Delhaize tax group to coordinate tax return filings and data requests, coordinate with Fresh Direct business partners for tax incentive filings, assist with any tax audits and compliance filings
• Support information gathering and review for insurance policy renewals and actuarial valuations
• Support budgeting for intercompany activities including debt, royalties, insurance, cross charges for utilization of shared services
• Manage and mentor direct report and maintain strong working relationships with them and other team members
• Understand and use general ledger (SAP) and internally developed database systems to extract meaningful information, coordinating with IT group
• Research and review of technical accounting matters using Ahold resources and IFRS materials. Preparation of accounting memorandums based on findings.
• General accounting support including supporting the annual external audit
• Assist with ad-hoc projects and other duties as requested

Education and Qualification:

• Thorough knowledge of internal control environment, accounting procedures and principles
• Excellent professional communication skills and a team mentality, managerial experience strongly preferred
• Able to take full ownership of and responsibility for assigned projects and related deadlines
• Ability to adapt and a passion for learning
• Tax compliance experience is a plus
• Comfort learning and working within multiple General Ledger systems and charts of accounts
• Understanding of intercompany transactions
• Ability to work with detailed data - strong analytical skills
• Strong skill with Excel and other Office programs
• Time management and task prioritization
• SAP, Hyperion experience is a plus
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Masters preferred
• 6-8 years of tax or accounting experience in a mix of public and private accounting roles
• CPA required

Who Is FreshDirect

FreshDirect is the northeast's leading online fresh food grocer, delivering directly to customers throughout seven states, including the New York City, Philadelphia, and District of Columbia metropolitan areas. FreshDirect is committed to sourcing the freshest and best-tasting meat, fish, produce, and specialty items through direct relationships with suppliers, growers, and farmers. FreshDirect is proud to have joined the multi-national grocery and technology organization, Ahold Delhaize, at the beginning of 2021. This acquisition will fuel FreshDirect’s growth as a leading eCommerce grocer in the United States.

From the beginning, FreshDirect has set out to provide something different. We are a community partner with a mission to deliver the highest quality and service that customers can find. This is an environment in which associates can innovate, grow and have successful careers—most of our leaders have come up through our ranks. And thanks to our team’s extraordinary efforts, we are a leading innovator in the e-commerce and grocery industries.

Why choose FreshDirect?

We're a company that thrives on teamwork. Our evolution is driven by our passionate employees and investment in perfecting the technology that lets us deliver the highest-quality food. Our state-of-the-art facility creates an environment for innovation. We support our employees with on-the-job training for plant employees and drivers, team-building activities, workplace recognition opportunities, and by encouraging direct relationships with our suppliers in the field.

Great people deserve great perks. We offer comprehensive benefits, plus many workplace extras, including:

• Health Benefits and 401k plans
• A flexible and generous paid time off plan
• Learning & Development opportunities to grow your career at FreshDirect
• 20% off any orders placed through com
• Access to FD Market, FreshDirect’s onsite discounted employee grocery store
• 24-hour access to the FreshDirect shuttle between our Bronx headquarters and the subway
• Regular events and barbecues to share our gratitude for our employees’ hard work

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Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the Team member(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of individuals in this position. Position Descriptions may be subject to change as the needs of the organization change.

As an EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, FreshDirect does not discriminate against applicants or employees because of their race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, creed, marital status, veteran status, domestic violence victim status, familial status, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Furthermore, FreshDirect will not discriminate against any applicant or employee because they are disabled, a disabled veteran, or a veteran of the Vietnam era, provided they are qualified and meets the requirements established by FreshDirect.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $95,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Bronx, NY 10454: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Accounting: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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