Foundation Building Materials
Accounting Manager - Vendor Rebates
Foundation Building Materials, Santa Ana, California, United States, 92725
Overview
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accounting Manager to lead the Vendor Rebate Accounting function within our growing building materials distribution business. This role oversees a team of 4–5 accountants responsible for managing 200+ vendor rebate programs, performing complex monthly calculations, and conducting high-volume, data-driven analysis to ensure accuracy and completeness of rebate income reporting. The Accounting Manager will partner with the CFO and senior operational leadership to provide insights into financial performance and support strategic decision-making. The successful candidate will be a strong people leader with a solid technical foundation in accounting and a proactive, analytical mindset to drive process improvements and automation. Responsibilities
Lead and manage a team of 4–5 accountants focused on vendor rebate accounting. Maintain and update the rebate program database covering 200+ vendor agreements, ensuring program details are accurately captured and tracked. Oversee and review monthly rebate calculations, ensuring journal entries and reconciliations are completed accurately and on time. Review and validate large volumes of purchasing data to support accurate rebate accruals and income recognition. Drive and perform in-depth analytical procedures to ensure the completeness, accuracy and reasonableness of rebate postings. Lead monthly reviews of rebate margins by product line with the CFO and key operating leaders, providing insights, identifying trends, and supporting business decisions. Partner with cross-functional teams (e.g., Procurement, Finance, IT) to enhance rebate tracking and reporting capabilities. Develop and enhance reporting tools and dashboards to support better financial oversight of rebate programs. Identify process improvements, including automation of manual activities. Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and audit requirements related to vendor rebates. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA preferred). Minimum 7 years
of
progressive
accounting experience, including at least 3 years in a supervisory or managerial role in a larger company. Experience with vendor rebates, contract accounting, or cost/revenue accounting in a
distribution or wholesale
environment strongly preferred. Proven ability to work with large datasets and complex transaction environments. Advanced Excel skills required; experience with BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) is a plus. Excellent organizational, project management, communication, and leadership skills. Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment. Compensation
Base:
$140,000 - $160,000 / Annual Bonus:
This position is bonus eligible Additional details
Seniority level:
Mid-Senior level Employment type:
Full-time Job function:
Accounting/Auditing and Finance Industries:
Wholesale Building Materials
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We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accounting Manager to lead the Vendor Rebate Accounting function within our growing building materials distribution business. This role oversees a team of 4–5 accountants responsible for managing 200+ vendor rebate programs, performing complex monthly calculations, and conducting high-volume, data-driven analysis to ensure accuracy and completeness of rebate income reporting. The Accounting Manager will partner with the CFO and senior operational leadership to provide insights into financial performance and support strategic decision-making. The successful candidate will be a strong people leader with a solid technical foundation in accounting and a proactive, analytical mindset to drive process improvements and automation. Responsibilities
Lead and manage a team of 4–5 accountants focused on vendor rebate accounting. Maintain and update the rebate program database covering 200+ vendor agreements, ensuring program details are accurately captured and tracked. Oversee and review monthly rebate calculations, ensuring journal entries and reconciliations are completed accurately and on time. Review and validate large volumes of purchasing data to support accurate rebate accruals and income recognition. Drive and perform in-depth analytical procedures to ensure the completeness, accuracy and reasonableness of rebate postings. Lead monthly reviews of rebate margins by product line with the CFO and key operating leaders, providing insights, identifying trends, and supporting business decisions. Partner with cross-functional teams (e.g., Procurement, Finance, IT) to enhance rebate tracking and reporting capabilities. Develop and enhance reporting tools and dashboards to support better financial oversight of rebate programs. Identify process improvements, including automation of manual activities. Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and audit requirements related to vendor rebates. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA preferred). Minimum 7 years
of
progressive
accounting experience, including at least 3 years in a supervisory or managerial role in a larger company. Experience with vendor rebates, contract accounting, or cost/revenue accounting in a
distribution or wholesale
environment strongly preferred. Proven ability to work with large datasets and complex transaction environments. Advanced Excel skills required; experience with BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) is a plus. Excellent organizational, project management, communication, and leadership skills. Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment. Compensation
Base:
$140,000 - $160,000 / Annual Bonus:
This position is bonus eligible Additional details
Seniority level:
Mid-Senior level Employment type:
Full-time Job function:
Accounting/Auditing and Finance Industries:
Wholesale Building Materials
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