Clark Associates is the largest foodservice equipment & supply distributor in America. Their flasgship business, WebstaurantStore, sells nearly $10mm in product every day. They’re a multi-billion dollar, family held S-Corporation. This is a silicon valley business nestled in rural PA. Their CEO Gene Clark, a third generation leader for the business, has continued the company’s legacy of technology innovation and massive growth. The company’s revenues are estimated to exceed $4B today, with an astounding average annual growth rate of 32%.
What will the right person find attractive about the role?
- This would be a fantastic opportunity for someone who is looking to lean into tax leadership and strategy, managing a large in-house tax team & communicating with all levels of the organization.
- Someone ambitious will appreciate leading tax planning and strategic initiatives for the company’s businesses. The tax leader will also advise shareholders on their tax minimization strategies, a uniquely rewarding aspect to this role.
- The company is looking for someone who can take on more responsibility, adding Treasury to their leadership profile in the near-term.
- This may eventually become a CFO.
What is the company looking for?
- 10+ years of progressive, related experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a similar field.
- Report directly to the CFO to serve as a strategic tax thought partner, while educating colleagues on tax topics & concepts.
- Serve as a senior leader of the company and manage a high functioning tax team, leading strategic projects to further develop the scalability of the Clark companies.
- Advise shareholders on tax minimization strategies & set them up for future growth initiatives.
- Identify and implement continual improvements within tax processes, teaming, & organization.
Compensation:
- $250,000 – $275,000 base salary + bonus
- Total Compensation = $400,000 – $500,000
- Hybrid position