Director Of Corporate Accounting

About Grocery Outlet:

• Our Mission: Touching lives for the better
• Our Vision: Touching lives by being the first choice for bargain-minded consumers in the U.S.
• Our Values & Behaviors: Achievement, Diversity, Entrepreneurship, Family, Fun, Integrity & Service

About the Team: Our Finance team's mission is to drive efficiency as we support our company and business partners. We analyze data, create records and reports, and make key strategic decisions to keep the business running. Our passion and energy promote a creative and growth-oriented environment. The members of our team are resourceful, critical thinkers that pride themselves on integrity and efficiency.

About the Role: Grocery Outlet is seeking a seasoned, self-motivated and hands-on Director, Corporate Accounting to join its Corporate Finance Team. The Director of Corporate Accounting will be responsible for leading the corporate accounting function and continually improving procedures, processes and systems. The Director, Corporate Accounting, will lead 2 direct reports, with a total organization of ~13 members in General Accounting. This position is located at our Corporate Headquarters in Emeryville, California and reports directly to the Sr. Director - Assistant Controller.

Responsibilities Include:

• Oversee the corporate/general ledger accounting function by managing the month end close process from end to end
• Lead monthly close meetings between accounting and FPA to resolve questions
• Spearhead and complete review of income statement, balance sheet and cash flow fluctuations monthly
• Ensure a timely monthly, quarterly and annual close of related GL areas and provide continuous leadership to improve processes and procedures across the organization
• Collaborate with the technical accounting team when implementing new guidance and/or disclosures as required
• Prepare and review technical accounting memorandums for significant transactions and support the review process with finance management and external auditors as necessary in collaboration with the technical team.
• Assist in preparing and/or updating the Company's financial and accounting policies as needed and assist the Company in the application and adherence to the policies
• SOX ownership of period end close review controls and mitigation of any deficiencies in a timely manner
• Provide support for any special and ad-hoc projects
• Support the annual audit and quarterly review activities with external auditors by delivering high quality audit workpapers timely.
• Support the 10Q/10K in thorough and complete review of respective areas
• Manage and develop the team with a hands-on approach and work to identify efficiencies across all workstreams
• Roll up your sleeves attitude to dive into details and help the team strive for continuous improvement

About The Pay:

• Base Salary Range: $170,000 - $185,000 Annually
• Annual Bonus Program
• Equity
• 401(k) Profit Sharing
• Medical, Dental, Vision & More!
• Final compensation will be determined based upon experience and skills and may vary based on location.

About You:

• B.S. or B.A. with concentration in accounting
• Active CPA required
• Minimum 10+ years of industry experience in financial close and reporting at a public company, required
• Minimum 3+ years working directly with SEC reporting teams preparing and/or reviewing footnotes
• Previous experience in a public company SOX environment
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience researching and documenting accounting guidance and the accounting treatment of technical issues
• Ability to communicate complex technical topics to a variety of audiences across the business
• Excellent time management and prioritization skills
• Proven track record of leading high performing teams
• Strong partnership and collaboration skills
• Confidence in dealing with senior management across the company

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