Accounting Manager at URM Stores Inc

Description

Are you a driven, detail-oriented accounting professional with a passion for innovation?  URM Stores is on the hunt for an Accounting Manager to join our high-energy corporate accounting team. This isn’t just another leadership position—this is your chance to shape the future of our financial operations and make a lasting impact on the business.

As our Accounting Manager, you’ll report directly to the Controller and lead a talented team of accounting specialists. You’ll play a key role in overseeing and refining accounting processes, applying your deep understanding of accounting principles, and driving efficiency across the board. Your strong analytical skills, leadership ability, and focus on results will help elevate the team and ensure the highest standard of financial accuracy and performance.

This is more than just a management role—it's an opportunity to be at the forefront of change and innovation. You'll guide your team to continuously improve systems, drive financial excellence, and empower the company to grow and evolve.

• Partner with the Controller to implement and enhance accounting practices, systems, and tools that drive financial performance and operational efficiency.
• Act as the primary liaison for Accounts Receivable (AR) inquiries from Members and internal departments.
• Ensure the accurate and timely posting of all electronic payments from various sources into the AR system.
• Oversee the setup, communication, and documentation of Member accounts within the AR and Patronage systems; provide regular reporting to the Board of Directors.
• Calculate, report, and archive Patronage rebate payments in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Contribute to the management of the accounting department to maintain the financial health and integrity of the organization.
• Facilitate clear and professional communication with customers, vendors, and internal stakeholders regarding accounting-related matters.
• Lead and manage the AR and Credit departments, providing strategic direction, coaching, and performance oversight.
• Prepare complex month-end journal entries and perform comprehensive account reconciliations.
• Assist in the development of the annual budget and support monthly forecasting activities in coordination with the Controller and FP&A Manager.
• Participate in key company and departmental initiatives, ensuring accurate and timely project execution.
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and support all aspects of the year-end audit process.
• Provide support for external audits and regulatory compliance reviews as required.
• Oversee general ledger activities related to AR, ensuring timely and accurate completion of reconciliations.
• Build and maintain strong cross-functional relationships to support exceptional customer service and operational alignment.
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement, focusing on quality, accuracy, and efficiency.
• Perform additional responsibilities and special projects as assigned.

What We’re Looking For: You’re a dynamic leader who thrives at the intersection of strategy and execution. You bring a proactive mindset, a passion for process improvement, and a talent for mentoring teams. You’re comfortable rolling up your sleeves to get into the details—while keeping the big picture in sharp focus:

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership or supervisory responsibilities.
• Experience in a mid-to-large organization ($100M+ in annual revenue).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with advanced skills in Excel.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems—NetSuite experience is a big plus.
• A solid command of GAAP and a proven ability to prepare complete, accurate financial statements.
• Strong expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

Even better if you also have:

• CPA or CMA certification (strongly preferred)
• Experience with ERP implementations or migrations—especially NetSuite
• Familiarity with corporate tax filings and audit processes
• Knowledge of treasury management systems

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you’re a strategic accounting leader ready to drive results, inspire teams, and modernize finance operations—we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and take the next step in your career with URM Stores—the leading food distributor in the Inland Northwest.

Since 1921, URM has proudly operated as a retailer-owned cooperative, supporting independent grocers who serve their local communities. Our core business revolves around the purchasing, warehousing, and delivery of merchandise to our Member-Owners—retail grocers who also serve as shareholders.

As a cooperative, URM allocates and returns net earnings from Patronage Department activities to its Member-Owners in the form of patronage dividends. Over the years, URM has grown substantially, reaching over $1 billion in sales and employing more than 2,900 team members across URM and its subsidiaries—Rosauers Supermarkets and Peirone Produce.

We work in a supportive team environment and in addition to our amazing culture, our employees enjoy many perks, and below are a few of the highlights of our complete compensation package:

• Salary range is set at $85,000 - $105,000 annually. An employee’s placement within the salary range is determined by a variety of factors, including the applicable minimum wage for the location, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic area, job performance, shift assignments, travel requirements, and overall business or organizational needs.
• Insurance Benefits – So that our non-union employees have more to take home from their paycheck, URM pays 100% of the Medical/Dental/Vision/RX Insurance premiums for the employee and over 93% for the employee’s dependents!
• 401k Retirement Plan with an amazing Company match up to 9% of your annual salary!
• Subsidized Life Insurance for employees and great rates for the employee’s family.
• Company paid Long-Term Disability insurance.
• Short-Term Disability and Cancer Insurance available.
• Life Flight Insurance at Special Rate.
• Great vacation plan!
• Six Paid Holidays and four Paid Personal Holidays.
• Paid Sick Days.
• Paid Volunteer Service Day! Get paid to volunteer at your favorite non-profit!
• Experience enjoyable Company sponsored activities through events like URM March Madness Brackets, Family Hockey Night with the Chiefs, Holiday Mingle & Jingle with great raffle giveaways, Summer Evening Wine & Music Event, and Winter Break Movie Night, which are just a glimpse of the fun we have to offer for employees and their families!
• Plus, enjoy a variety of Corporate discounts, from gym memberships, cell phone plans, to computer discounts!
• We also offer an Amazing Employee Discount Program at our Company-owned Grocery Stores!!!!

URM Stores, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, ancestry, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.

We are dedicated to maintaining a work environment free from discrimination in all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotions, compensation, and workplace practices.

Please note: All selected candidates must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening, as URM maintains a drug-free workplace.