Senior Accountant @ Roli Roti - CPG (Food MFG)
San Leandro, CA (on-site)
We're looking for a Senior Accountant with CPG (food or beverage manufacturing) experience who enjoys being close to the product, the plant, and the people. This is a hands-on role with real influence. You will own core accounting operations while partnering with the Controller to maintain financial reporting and support a growing consumer brand.
You will drive process improvements, analyze manufacturing and inventory performance, and provide actionable financial insights to support operational and strategic decision-making. This is an ideal opportunity for a Senior Accountant who wants to deepen their CPG expertise and grow into broader financial leadership as the company scales.
What you'll do
Own day-to-day CPG accounting
- Daily and monthly accounting, reconciliations, including month-end close
- Assist in preparing accurate monthly and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP
- Prepare weekly payment runs
- Ensure timely and accurate filing of tax returns and regulatory reports
- Support the Controller in financial close, budgeting, forecasting, and ad-hoc analysis
Manufacturing, inventory & margin focus
- Lead all inventory accounting, including standard costing, variance analysis, and reconciliations between physical and financial inventory
- Partner with operations and manufacturing to ensure accurate costing, yield, and waste reporting
- Analyze gross margin by channel, product line, and customers
- Prepare monthly inventory and Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) reporting and analysis
Build scalable processes
- Monitor and improve accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
- Support ERP and system enhancements as the business grows in complexity and volume
Lead and develop the team
- Create cross-training and process documentation to ensure continuity and reliability
- Foster a collaborative, solutions-oriented accounting function
What we're looking for
- Experience in CPG, food & beverage, or manufacturing accounting
- Strong understanding of inventory, cost accounting, and gross margins
- Hands-on experience managing month-end close in a growing environment
- Strong communication skills
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- High integrity, reliability, and attention to detail
Technical skills
- Strong Excel skills
- Experience with manufacturing module in ERP systems, Plex preferred
Why join
You'll play a critical role in shaping how accounting supports a growing consumer brand. This role offers visibility and a clear opportunity to grow alongside the business.
