Jim Taylor, Cpa, Cia
About Jim Taylor, Cpa, Cia
Jim Taylor is a CPA and CIA who has served as the Director of Corporate Accounting at US Foods since 2014. He has extensive experience in accounting and finance, having held various positions at BP and HAVI Food Services prior to his current role.
Work at US Foods
Jim Taylor has served as the Director of Corporate Accounting at US Foods since 2014. In this role, he oversees the corporate accounting functions, ensuring compliance with financial regulations and standards. Prior to his current position, he worked as a Senior Finance Manager at US Foods from 2011 to 2014, where he contributed to financial planning and analysis. His tenure at US Foods spans a total of ten years, during which he has played a significant role in the company's financial operations in Rosemont, IL.
Previous Experience in Accounting
Before joining US Foods, Jim Taylor held several key positions in the accounting field. He worked at BP as an Assistant Manager of External Reporting for nine months in 2008 and as part of the Internal Control & Assurance team from 2005 to 2008. Additionally, he spent six years at HAVI Food Services, starting as a Division Controller from 2001 to 2005 and later serving as a Senior Accounting Manager from 1999 to 2001. These roles provided him with extensive experience in financial reporting and internal controls.
Education and Expertise
Jim Taylor earned his MBA in Managerial Finance from DePaul University's Charles H. Kellstadt Graduate School of Business, completing his studies from 2006 to 2008. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Illinois State University, where he studied from 1991 to 1995. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in finance and accounting principles, enhancing his expertise in corporate financial management.