Accountant

JOB DESCRIPTION Accountant The Big Picture About Sysco LABS: Sysco LABS is the Global In-House Center of Sysco Corporation (NYSE: SYY), the world’s largest foodservice company. Sysco ranks 55th in the Fortune 500 list and is the global leader in the trillion-dollar foodservice industry. Sysco operates 333 distribution centers across 10 countries, with 75,000 colleagues serving approximately 670,000 customer locations, including restaurants, healthcare and educational facilities, lodging establishments, entertainment venues and more.

For fiscal year 2026, which ended June 27, 2026, the company generated sales of more than $84 billion. Sysco LABS Sri Lanka delivers the technology that powers Sysco’s end-to-end operations. Sysco LABS’ enterprise technology is present in the end-to-end foodservice journey, enabling the sourcing of food products, merchandising, storage and warehouse operations, order placement and pricing algorithms, the delivery of food and supplies to Sysco’s global network and the in-restaurant dining experience of the end-customer.

What you will be responsible for: Managing the financial analysts who develop financial and valuation models and recommendations by conducting comprehensive financial analyses, by utilizing appropriate methods of executive decision-making Managing and leading the month-end closing process and conducting monthly financial forecasts Developing and implementing plans for budgeting, forecasting and reporting Providing insights on spending trends and cost-saving initiatives and margin opportunities Periodically reviewing the organization’s financial reports and identifying opportunities for cost reduction Analyzing market trends and competitors periodically What you need to have to apply for this position: Must be fully qualified in CA (SL)/CIMA (UK) or ACCA (UK) and holding a relevant Bachelor’s Degree will be an added advantage A minimum of 5 years’ experience in auditing/accounting and finance at a managerial level The ability to work independently and meet deadlines with minimum supervision Excellent verbal and written communication skills Good teamwork skills and the flexibility to work for US hours as and when required Benefits: Performance-based annual bonus Performance rewards and recognition Agile Benefits - special allowances for Health, Wellness & Academic purposes Comprehensive Health & Life Insurance Cover - extendable to parents and in-laws Hybrid work arrangement Sysco LABS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.