Accounting Supervisor

Job Details

Description

Why you will love working at Maola:

• Owned by a cooperative of family farmers who are passionate about cultivating sustainable dairy goodness and bottling fresh Maola brand milk and dairy products.
• 100 years of dedicated stability and growth across 11 states.
• Competitive pay, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life Insurance, Time Off Provisions, and more, available no later than one month after hire.
• Our employees are an integral part of who we are — what you do and what you think matters.
  
  

Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Accounting Supervisor to join our finance team. The Accounting Manager will play a crucial role in ensuring accurate financial records, supporting financial reporting, and contributing to the overall efficiency of the accounting department. This role requires a strong understanding of accounting principles, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Partner with plant operations and accounting teams to develop systems, processes, and reporting to help drive continuous improvement in all areas of the facility.  
• Provide ad-hoc review and analysis of revenue and expenses ensuring compliance and accuracy of our AR & AP systems.  
• Maintain integrity of plant general ledger in regard to GAAP, including capitalization of fixed assets.  
• Responsible for the monthly financial close and reporting cycle, including variance analysis.  
• Serve as a “hands on” leader, gaining a detailed understanding of the operation to best provide support to the facility through impactful and relevant reporting and forecasts.  
• Develop and mentor staff with a focus on growth and process engagement.  
• Assist with the development and maintenance of performance metrics, forecasts, and costing systems.  
• Desire and ability to learn the operational process; going beyond the strictly financial functions to understand from an operations perspective the root cause.    
• Work closely with the accounting team on development and standardization of processes and procedures. 
• Other Duties as assigned. 
  
  

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA or relevant certification preferred. MBA preferred.
• At least 3years of experience in accounting or finance roles. Track record of progressive responsibility and leadership preferred. Experience in a manufacturing accounting setting preferred.
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and accounting processes.
• Proficiency in accounting software and MS Excel; experience with ERP systems is a plus.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Knowledge of tax regulations and compliance requirements.
• Experience with financial analysis and budgeting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective team management and collaboration.
  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision for computer work and ability to adjust focus. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Maola Local Dairies, owned by the farmers of Maryland & Virginia Milk Producers Cooperative Association (MDVA), sustainably produces a full suite of nutritious dairy products through our network of six dairy processing plants. With a keen eye on quality, freshness, and love for the environment, Maola delivers dairy products that are both nutritious and sustainable to our local communities. For more information about Maola, please visit www.maolamilk.com.