For more than a century, Ben E. Keith Company has been a leader in fine food and premium beverage distribution, and we strive to consistently exceed our customers’ expectations. 

Our Food Division is a complete broad line multi-state distributor, and our Beverage Division operates throughout the state of Texas as a proud distributor of Anheuser-Busch products, craft and import beer brands, spirits, and wine.

We are dedicated to the growth and success of our business, our customers, and our employees—continuing our commitment to delivering quality since 1906.

 Beverage Careers

 Food Careers

Position Summary and Responsibilities:

The Office Manager position is primarily responsible for ensuring the financial matters of the branch are reconciled accurately by managing the payroll process, accounts payable and accounts receivable. This position also supervises one part-time assistant and provides HR-type assistance with regard to hiring and terminating employees. This position also ensures the completion of the administrative responsibilities of the branch.

• Ensure financial controls are established and adhered to
• Manage route reconciliation process to ensure accurate and complete accounting for all deliveries
• Audit product returns against adjustments on customer invoices to ensure accuracy of product and payment upon return.
• Review any adjustments made to the invoices (pricing errors, returned product, etc.) and ensure documentation is legible and accurate
• Review route driver paperwork to ensure proper payment handling procedures consistent with Ben E. Keith guidelines
• Manage accounts receivable process to ensure timely and effective posting of all remittances
• Manage accounts payable process to ensure timely and accurate payment of all vendor invoicing
• Manage payroll process to ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll
• Assist with research projects
• Ensure that the BEK administrative requirements are performed accurately and in a timely manner
• Maintain office records
• Perform routine data entry
• Answer incoming calls
• Perform basic bookkeeping activities
• Monitor and follow up on any issues needing corrective action
• Consistently demonstrate and model good management and self-management practices in support of Ben E. Keith culture
• Hire, train, and develop employees
• Assess performance of direct reports against established benchmarks and provide feedback
• Ensure team members adhere to all company policies and procedures
• Provide administrative and clerical support wherever needed
• Perform job duties in a manner that protect employee and company confidentiality
• Screen, interview, and hire applicants as needed
• Act as a mentor by coaching team; communicate best practices
• Project a friendly, professional image at all times
• Prioritize multiple, competing priorities
• Attend meetings as required
• Ensure completion of regular administrative responsibilities and manage resolution of outstanding issues
• Perform other administrative duties as assigned

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• All applicants hired by Ben E. Keith Beverages are required by the State of Texas to obtain two TABC licenses
• Working knowledge of route accounting software preferred
• Oracle PeopleSoft experience a plus
• Ability to learn and use relevant internal computer applications
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point) preferred
• Ability to use 10-key by touch preferred
• Extensive computer skills required
• Must have the ability to lead others and obtain desired results through motivation, communication, and leading by example
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Able to coordinate multiple activities and follow through with commitments
• Good oral and written communication skills and participate well in a team environment
• Must be highly motivated and results oriented, with a strong attention to detail
• Must be organized with the ability to handle multiple priorities
• Must be able to read and write English
• Must be 18 yrs. or older to apply
• Bachelor's degree or its equivalent preferred but not required

Ben E. Keith (BEK) Company is one of the largest food and beverage distributors in the United States. We are a family-owned business with a long-standing tradition of supporting the diverse communities in which we live and work. Our competitive employee benefits provide health and financial protection to our employees and their families.
 

·         Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

·         Short and Long Term Disability

·         401K with matching contribution

·         Profit-Sharing Plan (100% company-paid)

·         Employee Assistance Program

·         Wellness Program

·         Educational Assistance Program

·         Paid Vacation and holidays

·         Employee Credit Union

We have sought to create an environment in which the contributions of each employee at Ben E. Keith are fully valued. This means more than simply treating one another with respect; it also means considering how all our people can positively impact the quality of the decisions we make about our business.
 

Here at Ben E. Keith, we recognize that our workforce reflects the increasingly diverse nature of our society, and we want to do all we can to take advantage of that diversity with both our external and internal customers. We believe our differences are also our strengths and we want to do all we can to use those strengths to find more creative solutions for the business challenges we face. Ben E. Keith is an equal employment opportunity, affirmative action employer. VEVRAA Federal Contractor

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