Full-Time

Manager – Accounts Receivable

Posted on 5/7/2026

Roland Foods

Roland Foods

51-200 employees

Imports and distributes global specialty foods

Compensation Overview

$95k - $120k/yr

+ Bonus

New York, NY, USA

Hybrid

Three in-office days per week (Tue–Thu) required.

Category
Accounting (2)
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Requirements
  • Minimum 5 years of accounting experience, including Accounts Receivable
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Dynamics 365
  • Knowledge of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and internal controls.
  • Experience performing and reviewing balance sheet account reconciliations
Responsibilities
  • Manage and support the team overseeing collections, cash posting, and deductions processing/disputes, by checking in regularly, reviewing team progress, and developing effective KPIs
  • Escalate delinquent accounts to customer service and sales team for cross-functional collaboration
  • Oversee new customer setup and assist in determining credit terms
  • Lead external audits, including preparation of schedules and gathering of support
  • Identify and resolve process/system inefficiencies and drive process improvements; implement best practices and leverage technology to streamline operations
  • Provide guidance on complex issues and foster a collaborative and results-driven work environment
  • Prepare ad-hoc analysis as needed by management
  • Hire, manage, motivate, and formally evaluate the performance of all direct reports
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience in Tableau and Power BI
  • Process improvement mindset leveraging information systems.
  • Strong analytical/problem-solving skills, with outstanding attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with, manage, motivate, and support the team’s staff

Roland Foods imports and distributes a wide range of specialty foods from around the world to restaurants, food service providers, gourmet retailers, and individual consumers. It sources premium global ingredients through multigenerational vendor relationships and distributes them at scale, emphasizing quality and authenticity. Unlike many competitors, Roland Foods leverages its long history (founded in 1934) and deep supplier network to provide reliable access to a curated selection of high-end ingredients for the culinary market. The company’s goal is to support culinary exploration by making globally sourced, high-quality ingredients available to professional and home cooks through extensive distribution and strong vendor partnerships.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

Growth Equity (Venture Capital)

Total Funding

$125M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

1934

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Vestar recapitalization injects growth capital for organic expansion and acquisitions.
  • ifiGourmet acquisition adds 1,500 bakery customers in Chicago and San Francisco.
  • Harvest Partners' $125 million investment signals strong expansion confidence.

What critics are saying

  • ifiGourmet integration fails from cultural clashes, losing Chicago customers.
  • Vestar demands aggressive debt repayment, halting growth amid rising rates.
  • Euro USA undercuts pricing with faster West Coast delivery, eroding share.

What makes Roland Foods unique

  • Roland Foods imports over 2,400 unique global specialty ingredients since 1934.
  • Multigenerational vendor relationships ensure premium, hard-to-source products.
  • Serves restaurants, retailers, and foodservice with authentic gourmet portfolio.

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Company News

PR Newswire
Aug 8th, 2024
Vestar Recapitalizes Roland Foods for Growth

Vestar Capital Partners has completed the recapitalization of Roland Foods, LLC, a leading purveyor of global ingredients. The transaction includes a significant growth capital investment and refinancing of Roland Foods' credit facilities. This positions the company for continued organic growth and future acquisitions. Terms were not disclosed. Vestar and Roland Foods' CEO Keith Dougherty expressed enthusiasm for the ongoing partnership and future expansion opportunities.

Insider Monkey
Jan 31st, 2024
15 Highest Quality Olive Oil Brands in the US

Roland Foods was also previously acquired by Vestar Capital Partners in 2013 and the company has more recently ventured into the baking industry and acquired ifiGourmet in 2023.

The Wall Street Journal
Oct 10th, 2023
Harvest Partners Invests $125 Million in Roland Foods

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FoodBev Media
Aug 22nd, 2023
Roland Foods acquires IfiGourmet - FoodBev Media

Ingredients company Roland Foods has announced its acquisition of IfiGourmet, an importer and distributor of bakery, confectionery and ice cream products.