What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Supervisor position at Harvest Hill Beverage Company?
About Harvest Hill:
Harvest Hill Beverage Company is one of the nation’s largest independent branded beverage producers, delivering consistent annual revenue growth, with sales of just over $1 billion. The company was formed in June 2014 with the acquisition of Juicy Juice, and further expanded with 3 subsequent acquisitions which were consolidated into one company in May 2017. Our portfolio of iconic brands includes Juicy Juice®, SunnyD®, Veryfine®, Fruit2O®, Little HUG®, Daily’s Cocktails®, and Nutrament®. We manufacture, market, and distribute across multi-channels including Grocery, Mass Merchandisers, Warehouse Clubs, Convenience, Foodservice, and Liquor Distributors.
Harvest Hill is headquartered in Stamford, CT with a nationwide network of manufacturing and distribution facilities. We employ over 1,000 employees in the United States and are owned by private equity firm, Brynwood Partners. For more information, visit harvesthill.com.
Position Summary:
Reporting to the VP Finance/Corporate Controller, the Accounting Supervisor is responsible for ensuring the accurate month-end close process, applying accounting principles and procedures to analyze financial information, preparing accurate and timely financial reports and statements and ensuring appropriate accounting control and compliance procedures.
Primary Position Responsibilities:
Accounting Operations
- Maintain accurate general ledgers, tracking assets and liabilities, recording transactions, and ensuring proper documentation.
- Prepare and review month-end close journal entries, including cash, prepaids, payroll, marketing and accruals.
- Adhere to the month-end close task list and calendar.
- Assist with various month-end and year-end close procedures.
- Prepare and review monthly balance sheet account reconciliations.
Financial Reporting and Analysis
- Prepare and review consolidated financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
- Analyze financial data, perform financial analysis, identify trends and provide insights to management.
- Assist with the annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes.
Internal Controls and Compliance
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
- Review financial transactions and processes to identify potential compliance risks, ensuring adherence to GAAP, internal controls, and relevant regulations.
- Maintain strong internal controls to prevent fraud and errors.
Audit
- Assist with the implementation of new accounting pronouncements.
- Assist with the year-end financial audit and annual 401K audits by coordinating with external auditors and preparing necessary documents.
Other
- Provide support to the finance leadership team.
- Participate in various ad hoc projects as needed.
Position Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
- CPA and Public Accounting experience preferred
- 5-7 years of relevant work experience
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and Power BI.
- Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and other relevant regulations.
- Strong communication and organization skills and problem-solving acumen.
- Highly detail oriented with strong analytic skill sets.
- Ability to prioritize workload and manage time effectively.
- Adaptability to changing priorities and requirements.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong work ethic and commitment to quality.
