US Foods · 1 week ago
Sr. Accountant- Financial Reporting (Hybrid: Onsite and Remote Work)
Rosemont, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$65K/yr - $100K/yr
3+ years expUS Foods is a company that values community and collaboration. The Sr. Accountant of Financial Reporting will manage month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accurate financial reporting and working closely with the finance team and external auditors.
E-CommerceFood and BeverageFood ProcessingSnack Food
Responsibilities
Responsible for ensuring an accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and year-end close by completing areas of focus related to consolidations and corporate accounting
Compilation and posting of assigned corporate accounting month-end journal entries
Preparation of balance sheet account reconciliations. Assist manager with the account reconciliation system (Blackline) administration support
Maintain journal entry closing checklist and ensure required documentation exists to support all journal entries, calculations and account reconciliations
Corporate accounting for and analysis of Debt. Calculate and provide quarterly loan covenants and monthly borrowing base calculations to Treasury department
Preparation and compilation of internal management review presentations and reporting packages
Support SOX compliance processes
Assist manager with the PeopleSoft super user role for the general ledger system. Proactively analyze and evaluate requirements for systems solutions and enhancements
Support/lead, as directed, special projects, process improvement efforts, reconciliation system/process improvements, report streamlining, etc
Ad-hoc accounting and operational initiatives/projects, including but not limited to, assistance with the roll out of new or revised company policies, future system implementations, and acquisition integrations
Support supplemental audits, and preparation of additional required filings (e.g. Pension Plan Financial Statements)
Assist in preparation and coordination of the external audit process by providing key reports and reconciliations to the auditors. Compile and provide audit workpapers as requested
Ability to work closely with Manager and Director of Financial Reporting to assist with 10Q and 10K processes, including supporting the Investor Relations team
Responsible for preparation of Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows and various footnote disclosures
Assist with XBRL tagging over external financial filings
Preparation of 10K and 10Q tie outs and tie outs supporting the Investor Relations team
Advocate and demonstrate the values and behaviors of the Company Cultural Beliefs
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or related analytical field required (or related experience)
3 years of relevant work experience required (in role or similar role)
Strong accounting experience with the ability to think through unfamiliar transactions and suggest appropriate solutions
Desire to work directly with operating company management to resolve issues and questions
Technically sound in US GAAP
Ability to compute, analyze and interpret numerical data for reporting purposes
Strong proficiency with MS Office
Prioritization/Organization/Multi-tasking – Able to organize their own work and meet deadlines as well as assist others with their planning
Attention to Detail – Regularly provides work that is accurate, thorough and consistent
Independent Thinking - Works independently on most assignments
Problem Solving - Solves problems independently, many of which are complex
Analytical – Strong analytic skills
Adaptability - Must be able thrive in a dynamic work environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to formulate comprehensive materials presented to, and used by, Executive Leadership Team
Has strong working relationships with others
Able to manage interactions across all levels of the organization
Collaborates well with team members and other work associates
Preferred
Job relevant certifications preferred (e.g. CPA, MBA)
Audit experience with a Big Four accounting firm, or publicly held industry experience, a plus
Experience with PeopleSoft, Hyperion, Blackline, wDesk systems a plus
Benefits
Health insurance
Pre-tax spending accounts
Retirement benefits
Paid time off
Short-term and long-term disability
Employee stock purchase plan
Life insurance
Company
US Foods
US Foods is a foodservice distributor that provides its customers with innovative food offerings and a suite of business solutions.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2BKey Investors
National Safety CouncilKohlberg Kravis RobertsCommonwealth's Opportunity Fund
2025-06-25Grant· $0.02M
2024-09-27Post Ipo Debt· $500M
2023-09-11Post Ipo Debt· $1B
Leadership Team
Dirk Locascio
Chief Financial Officer
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Greg Schaffner
Regional President
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