Assistant Controller

About ABARTA

ABARTA Coca-Cola Beverages is a family-owned company committed to being a visible, engaged partner to the customers and communities we serve. We value diversity and individuality and when you thrive, we thrive. ABARTA offers the perks of a large corporation with the personalized touch of a smaller company. Our workplace encourages sharing ideas in a supportive environment, growing professionally, maintaining a healthy work/life balance, and interacting with all levels of the organization. We would love for you to become a part of our family to help make our vision of Quenching the Thirst of Our Neighbors a reality!

Summary

The Assistant Controller is a highly visible position working with all levels within ABARTA Coca-Cola Beverages.  We are looking for someone that will provide proactive controllership support and guidance assisting in the company’s overall financial integrity. The ideal candidate can work on highly complex assignments within a financial scope utilizing ERP and BI tools while also leveraging internal and external relationships with extensive latitude for independent judgment.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Reporting & Management: Help lead the accounting operations assisting in the preparation and analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports. Ensure accuracy and compliance with GAAP accounting standards and company policies.

Shared Service Collaboration: Be a proactive leader working with remote third party back-office accounting, pricing, master data, and payroll functions to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.

ERP Utilization: Be an SAP super-user to manage and analyze financial data, including cost accounting, budgeting, and financial reporting. Work with IT business process leaders and shared services to develop and enhance process and systems.

Audit Support: Assist in the preparation for internal and external audits. Provide documentation and support to auditors as required while also being proactive in finding ways to mitigate risk.

Cost Analysis: Analyze manufacturing costs, including labor, materials, and overhead. Identify cost-saving opportunities and work with operational teams to implement cost control measures.

Financial Reconciliation: Oversee and perform reconciliation of accounts, including bank statements, general ledger accounts, and intercompany transactions. Investigate and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.

Budgeting and Forecasting: Support the development of the annual budgets and forecasts for the P&L, balance sheet, and working capital. Monitor budget performance and provide variance analysis and recommendations for corrective actions.

Tax Support: Contributor in the preparation of the tax packages for the internal and external tax teams. Participate in tax mitigation analysis and projects.

Team Collaboration: Work and engage closely with other departments, including production, operations, and sales to not only understand the business but to be able to provide insights and support.

Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements in financial reporting and controls. Develop and implement new procedures to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Development: Oversee, coach, mentor and develop the finance and accounting team to drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA is preferred, but not required.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in financial management
• Proficiency in SAP or similar ERP systems. 
• Ability to understand and leverage business intelligence tools such as Snowflake and Power BI or similar.  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of manufacturing cost accounting and financial controls.
• Must be self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently in a hybrid environment.

Additional Information

ABARTA Coca-Cola Beverages, LLC applicants must submit to a background verification process prior to commencing employment with the company. Employment with ABARTA Coca-Cola Beverages, LLC is contingent on a pre-employment background check which may include drug screening, driving records (including minor moving violations) and will be evaluated according to ABARTA Coca-Cola Beverages, LLC guidelines to determine eligibility for this position. ABARTA Coca-Cola Beverages, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minorites/Women/Veterans/Disable/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.

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