NATURE AND SCOPE:

This position is responsible and accountable for maintenance of financial records in accordance with company policy, GAAP, state and federal tax regulations.  This includes the following areas of responsibilities:  facilitate and manage income taxes, BPP taxes and R&D credits information, management of Fixed Assets, reconciliation and analyses of various general ledger accounts in conjunction with the month-end close, intercompany reconciliation and related intercompany accounting, assisting with month-end gross margin and operating expenses analyses, internal and external reports, inventory analyses, and other areas of responsibility as assigned by the Accounting Manager.  This position will also be responsible to act as back-up for the monthly close process as it relates to admin fees and chargeback analyses, calculation of monthly and quarterly commissions, bad debt analyses and prepaid accounting.

This position directly interfaces with department managers and other employees within the company, bank or other external auditors, other external vendors/service providers, and other finance personnel.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Manage the Income Tax Compliance responsibilities of the company by working with an outside accounting firm to generate and file appropriate tax returns in a timely manner (Income/Franchise Tax).  Work through any issues with Federal and State taxing agencies (either directly or in conjunction with accounting firm).  Oversee any audits that may occur with these agencies.

Manage the accounting of the company Inventories including daily turnover reports, weekly reconciliation, monthly Reserve for Excess/Obsolete/Short Dated inventory, return-to-vendors and monthly inventory clearing accounts.

Responsible for managing the analyzing, tracking and billing of intercompany packaging supplies.

Maintain accounting for the Fixed Assets of the company from systematic set up of the assets through booking of the monthly depreciation expense.  File BPP reports to various state agencies.

Perform Gross Margin and Operating Expenses analyses, identify and execute journal entries for reclassifications.

Become proficient in ERP systems to perform and provide various financial analyses or reporting as needed for close or as requested by management.

Support bank, financial audit, and inventory appraisal activities to ensure all data requested is reasonable and provided promptly.

Continuously strive to improve processes, service quality to internal and external customers, and employee relations.

Comply with all company policies and procedures located on the InFFFocus web site when engaging in any activity on behalf of the company.  Immediately report any concerns or violations.

Display dedication to the position responsibilities and achieve assigned goals and objectives.

Work within approved budget; develop and implement cost saving measures.

Other duties as assigned.

DIMENSION:

Annual sales of $2,000,000,000+

Cash disbursements of $1,800,000,000+

Number of Corporations are 5

Number of Employees: 470+

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position does not require supervisory responsibilities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

This position requires effective interaction with taxing authorities, outside tax accounting firm, bank representatives, external auditors, other external customers, internal management, and other employees as needed.  This position requires excellent communication skills; an understanding of the business, company policies, financial systems, internal controls, and tax law.

Have experience in a fully integrated ERP system, and be proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Access, Outlook and Powerpoint).

The ability to identify internal accounting controls and document formal policies/procedures in accordance with company policy, state and federal tax regulations, and GAAP.

Functions with a degree of independence in making decisions as they relate to areas of responsibility.

Represent the Company in a professional manner and appearance at all times.

Understand and internalize the Company’s purpose; Display loyalty to the Company and its organizational values.

Display enthusiasm and dedication when learning how to be more effective on the job and sharing knowledge with others.

Work effectively with co-workers, internal and external customers and others by sharing ideas in a constructive and positive manner; listen to and objectively consider ideas and suggestions from others; keep commitments; keep others informed of work progress, timetables, and issues; address problems and issues constructively to find mutually acceptable and practical business solutions; address others by name, title, or other respectful identifier, and; respect the diversity of our work force in actions, words, and deeds.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE DESIRED:

Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy or related business field required.  Minimum five (5) years related work experience required.  Prior experience with a company with commercial sales of more than $250 million per year.   SAP ERP experience preferred but not required.  Experience in the healthcare/life sciences industry a plus. Intermediate to advance Excel highly desired.

Strong analytical and communication skills are essential.  Knowledge/experience Income and Sales Tax Compliance, Fixed Assets, and inventory accounting is very desirable.  Experience in implementation of new internal controls and procedures, and a high level of computer literacy also very desirable.

TYPICAL OFFICE ENVIROMENT:

No unusual exposures

EQUIPTMENT USED:

Operate office equipment

PHISYCAL REQUIREMENTS:

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is required to regularly use their hands to handle or feel objects, tools, controls and equipment.  The employee must be able to walk, sit and stand.  The employee occasionally lifts up to 20 lbs. and occasionally kneels and bends.

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 an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

EEO/AAP STATEMENT:

FFF Enterprises is an EEO/AAP employer; all business decisions (employment, promotions, compensation, etc) are made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status.