ABOUT ROLAND FOODS

Roland Foods, LLC, based in New York City, is an importer and distributor of high-quality specialty food products from more than 60 countries. Founded in Paris in 1934 and established in the U.S. in 1939, the Company provides customers with exceptional specialty foods, primarily offered under the Roland brand. The company has a national presence in the foodservice, retail, and industrial channels as well as international sales in the Caribbean, Central and South America, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. Roland Foods’ dedication to providing quality and consistency has made it a leader among food importers and suppliers. The Roland brand is synonymous with quality and authenticity for the consumer and chef alike.

ROLE SUMMARY & PURPOSE

Exciting opportunity to work at Roland Foods. The Director of FP&A will report into the CFO, and partner with business leaders, as well as with finance and accounting peers across the organization. In this role, you will manage an FP&A team of three people and collaborate closely with senior executives across the company as you manage long-term strategic planning, lead the annual budgeting process and monthly/quarterly forecasts, and develop and maintain performance reporting and analysis. Because we operate with a smaller company mindset, we will be reliant on your technical skill, but also your passion and ownership over all aspects of your work. 

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Forecasting and Budgeting: Lead the development of periodic forecasts and budgets. Work closely with team members and cross functional business partners to develop annual budget and periodic forecasts
• Financial Analysis and Management Reporting: Lead the preparation of high-quality financial reports, presentation, and dashboards for the Executive Leadership team, delivered in a timely manner with meaningful analysis, to enable discussion of monthly results and key financial topics
• Special Projects / Ad-hoc Support / Analysis: Execute high-quality and timely analysis for Executive Leadership team as well as other functional areas. Identify and drive process improvements, including the creation of standard and ad-hoc reports. Projects can include liquidity analysis, capital structure changes, ROI analysis, investor presentations, M&A due diligence, working capital analysis, strategic planning

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or related field. MBA preferred
• 8+ years of progressive experience in Accounting and/or Finance
• Critical thinking, self-starter who embraces change and can lead innovation in financial reporting and modeling
• Strong project management skills with ability to multi-task, prioritize and work well under tight deadlines
• Good understanding of accounting principles and their application. 
• Strong communicator and great teammate
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint preferred

Founded by immigrants, Roland Foods knows that diversity is the spice of life. We believe in the power of food to open minds, spark adventure, and bring diverse people together.  All are welcome at our table! We know the transformative value of food in individual lives and communities. Because of this, we insist on obtaining the highest-quality ingredients and talent!

Roland Foods is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or other applicable legally protected characteristic. Roland Foods considers qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Roland Foods is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at peopleandculture@rolandfoods.com.