Manager III - Cash Management & Accounting Operations

Category/Area of Expertise: Accounting/FinanceJob Requisition: 462161Address: USA-NC-Salisbury-2085 Harrison RoadStore Code: Sales,Cash Management & Treasury (5148599)Ahold Delhaize USA, a division of global food retailer Ahold Delhaize, is part of the U.S. family of brands, which includes five leading omnichannel grocery brands - Food Lion, Giant Food, The GIANT Company, Hannaford and Stop & Shop. Our associates support the brands with a wide range of services, including Finance, Legal, Sustainability, Commercial, Digital and E-commerce, Technology and more.Position Summary:The Cash Management & Accounting Operations Manager will oversee and direct all activities related to cash, end-to-end, i.e., store and non-store cash, including standardized reporting and trends on tenders. This role will lead a team responsible for operational review of program financial submissions and analytical deliverables, ensuring processes consistently produce complete and accurate results. The manager will work closely with business units, GSO Treasury, and the Record to Report team to resolve issues, leverage key operating metrics to identify performance opportunities, and support the development and implementation of internal accounting policies, procedures, and controls.Our flexible/hybrid work schedule includes 3 in-person days at our Salisbury location and 2 remote days.Duties & Responsibilities:Direct and oversee all activities related to cash end-to-end, i.e. store and non-store cash, including standardized reporting and trends on tenders ensuring compliance with accounting principles, practices and procedures to ensure accurate and timely financial informationManage diverse new initiatives including Point of Sale and E-Commerce initiativesDevelop and lead a cross-functional cash controlling team to:Align across all applicable functions, i.e. AP, AR, RTRDevelop and maintain strong partnerships with AP/AR NFR and Record to Report teams around IHC settlement actives, period close and managing accounting functionsMonitor Virtual Pay, In House Cash and AP processing error/impact and support cash flow projection processParticipate in the Global Focus Area (GFA) Payments Team in optimizing processes to unlock value and expand core payment capabilitiesResponsible for building, maintaining, and developing mutually beneficial partnerships with all Brands, GSO, 3rd party vendors, suppliers, and/or agencies, as well as garnering strong relationships with cross functional teams, i.e., Finance Solutions, AP/AR Resale and NFRLead a comprehensive analysis of current cash management processes and procedures, identifying improvements to be implemented, streamlining, and aligning AH and DA cash management processes, further enhancing organizational efficiencyLead the development, maintenance, and control of end-to-end cash and consumer electronic payments processes across all legal entities and bank accounts, ensuring seamless operations while adhering to the highest standards of governance (over 137 bank accounts, 26 legal entities, over $58 billion in transaction value)Develop and maintain robust relationships with all banking, fintech, and payments partners for fast resolution of issues, identifying identify opportunities for cost savings and innovationMonitor and own all bank fees/rebates, maintain budgetary control, and proactively identify opportunities for cost savingsOwn and review key controls of the function ensuring the integrity of financial and accounting information to promote accountability and prevent fraudResponsible for approval of all changes related to cash and banking related processes (BMG, recons, Bwise, etc.)Drive successful performance of offshore team to ensure completion of all applicable activities on a timely basis and in compliance with SLAs through collaboration and appropriate communicationQualifications:Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent in relevant discipline8+ years of experience in accounting (including expertise in cash management/cash flow, treasury, working capital, general ledger, and reconciliation)2+ years of people management experience, inclusive of leading supervisors and senior analystsExperience working in a complex, high transaction environment, ideally in RetailAdvanced Excel skillsStrong communication skills (both written and verbal) and presentation skillsProven ability to influence stakeholders and build relationships at all organizational levelsAbility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environmentDemonstrates a strong customer-focused mindset15% travelPreferred Qualifications:* Proven proficiency with ERP platforms to support cash management or financial operations; SAP experience preferred.#LI-RC1 #LI-HYBRIDAt Ahold Delhaize USA, we provide services to one of the largest portfolios of grocery companies in the nation, and we're actively seeking top talent.Our team shares a common motivation to drive change, take ownership and enable our brands to better care for their customers. We thrive on supporting great local grocery brands and their strategies.Our associates are the heartbeat of our organization. We are committed to offering a welcoming work environment where all associates can succeed and thrive. Guided by our values of courage, care, teamwork, integrity (and even a little humor), we are dedicated to being a great place to work.We believe in collaboration, curiosity, and continuous learning in all that we think, create and do. While building a culture where personal and professional growth are just as important as business growth, we invest in our people, empowering them to learn, grow and deliver at all levels of the business.