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Company Overview:
Founded in 1929, Heinens is a premier grocery store chain noted for its quality products and outstanding customer service. Heinens has now welcomed the fourth generation into the company, which operates 23 stores (19 in Cleveland, Ohio and 4 in Chicago, Illinois), two distribution warehouses, one food production plant, and a corporate office (located in Warrensville Heights, Ohio). Culturally, we place an emphasis on quality of life for every associate within the organization. We offer this through a competitive compensation package, professional development and leadership opportunities, paid time off, and balanced work schedules.
Founded in 1929, Heinens is a premier grocery store chain noted for its quality products and outstanding customer service. Heinens has now welcomed the fourth generation into the company, which operates 23 stores (19 in Cleveland, Ohio and 4 in Chicago, Illinois), two distribution warehouses, one food production plant, and a corporate office (located in Warrensville Heights, Ohio). Culturally, we place an emphasis on quality of life for every associate within the organization. We offer this through a competitive compensation package, professional development and leadership opportunities, paid time off, and balanced work schedules.
How the Company is Organized:
The company is privately owned, family controlled with no public reporting requirements. The company does not have a Board of Directors. The strategic direction and major projects are set by an Executive Committee with heavy reliance on Directors who lead each of the functional areas. Heinens is run as a flat organization. Each Director has several associates reporting to them. Heinens does not have strict lines reporting and each Director interacts with each of the Executive Committee Members depending on the project the Director is leading. Each Director is a senior leader in the company and would be equivalent to a Senior Vice President in a traditionally structured company. Each Director is self-supporting as Heinens does not have Executive Assistants.
Job Summary:
The Director of Finance & Accounting is the top financial position at Heinens. The individual will be a key contributor to the companys long term strategic planning. Additionally, this person serves as a Trusted Advisor to the Heinens Executive Committee and other Directors. The individual will oversee all Heinens finances supported by a team of six which includes: Manager of Financial Reporting, Senior Financial Analyst, Senior Accountant, two Experienced Staff Accountants and one Cost Accountant. The activities this position will oversee and be responsible for includes:
Annual budgeting including forecasting resources and capital requirements.
Lead Banking and Treasury Relationships including covenant compliance.
Cash flow forecasting.
Financial Transactions including property leases and Common Area Maintenance Agreements.
Compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations including review of tax returns which are prepared by an outside 3rd party.
Annual Audit.
Monthly financial reporting and analysis.
Selection of Accounting Methods and application of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
Establishment of internal controls.
Family Shareholder Transactions.
401K Compliance Work.
Travel:
Travel outside of Cleveland is minimal.
Education:
Bachelors degree in Accounting. Masters Degree in Finance, Accounting, or General Business desirable.
CPA license Preferred (Active or Inactive).
Experience:
20+ years experience in Accounting and Finance in retail, consumer products, or Manufacturing environments. Experience at the senior leadership level required.
Experience leading banking and treasury relationships.
General knowledge of corporate federal state and use taxes.
Working knowledge of the Microsoft Suite: Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Visio, and Teams.
Knowledge of analysis and financial software.
Led a Finance team. Creates an environment that encourages and reinforces achievement.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills that can be used across all levels of the organization.
Experience evaluating organizational needs, assessing programs and processes, designing process changes, and successfully implementing change.
Personal Characteristics:
Self-motivated individual who is articulate, enthusiastic, and collaborative with other team members.
A big picture thinker who understands vision, strategy and how to get things done in a collaborative environment while being comfortable with details of day-to-day financial issues.
Able to adapt to changing circumstances and work priorities.
An information seeker and continuous learner who is committed and persistent regarding furthering the long-term growth and development of Heinens.
Trustworthy, inspiring leader that has proven experience leading change.
Adept at building and maintaining effective working relationships.
An individual with no personal agenda who inspires trust.
Highly organized, and manages clear expectations, follows through on commitments, attains goals and delivers tangible results.
Superior professionalism, discretion, and judgement, maintaining the highest level of confidentiality.
Heinens, Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Brand: Heinen’s
Address: 4540 Richmond Road Cleveland, OH – 44128
Property Description: 0 – Main Office
Property Number: 00
