THE ROLE:
- This position will report to the: Assistant Controller
- Travel requirements: N/A
- FLSA Status: Exempt
- Shift: 1
- Employment Category: Full-Time Regular
- Pay Range: $85000-$100000
STRONG HISTORY. EXCITING FUTURE
Bolthouse Fresh Foods is a leader in carrot production serving as a grower packer processor and shipper. Headquartered in Bakersfield California we are a proud employer to 1600 dedicated individuals. Since 1915 we have been committed to growing and producing high-quality carrots and today we are one of North Americas largest growers and distributors of fresh carrots for cooking and snacking. Additionally we supply premium natural ingredients for the food and beverage industry. With over a century of excellence Bolthouse Fresh products are available at major retailers across North America.
Bolthouse Fresh Foods has approximately 1600 employees.
WHAT YOULL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR IN THIS ROLE
The position is responsible for the Financial Accounting function including but not limited to monthly lease accounting and tracking under ASC 842 assisting with the annual financial audit a timely and accurate month-end close bank and account reconciliations and compliance with GAAP Tax and other regulatory requirements.
- Own end-to-end lease accounting in accordance with ASC 842 including identification classification measurement and recognition of lease assets and liabilities
- Maintain and administer the lease database/ledger (e.g. system-of-record subledger) including new leases modifications renewals terminations and reassessments
- Prepare and review monthly journal entries for lease expense (operating/finance leases) amortization interest and remeasurements
- Perform ongoing completeness checks (e.g. embedded lease assessments) ensure proper discount rates and reconcile lease balances to the general ledger
- Partner with Legal FP&A Real Estate/Facilities and Procurement to operationalize lease terms and ensure timely documentation
- Support lease-related disclosures and technical memos for quarterly and annual reporting
- Contribute to quarterly and annual financial statements and footnotes with particular focus on lease disclosures under ASC 842
- Accounting accruals reclasses estimates and miscoding
- Journal Entries and Account Reconciliations
- Ensure proper application of internal controls to maintain the integrity of financial reporting
- Assist with Annual Financial Statement Audit including providing necessary documentation and explanations related lease reporting requirements
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records
- Prepare review and certify balance sheet reconciliations (cash AR/AP prepaids accruals fixed assets leases debt intercompany) with clear support and aging analysis
- Execute and review monthly close activities: accruals reclasses variance analysis and flux commentary
- Ensure GL integrity and consistent application of accounting policies; resolve reconciling items promptly
- Support process automation and system enhancements (e.g. ERP and lease accounting tools) improving close speed and accuracy
- Identify and implement process improvements to streamline reconciliations close procedures and audit readiness (templates checklists best practices)
- Performs other duties as assigned
WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR
Required Skills and Abilities:
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to analyze complex financial data
- Ability to diagnose business problems and recommend solutions
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or related field
- 5 years of progressive accounting experience with direct responsibility for ASC 842 lease accounting and balance sheet reconciliations
- Strong command of US GAAP especially lease accounting accruals and fixed asset accounting
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g. SAP Oracle NetSuite) and Excel
- Excellent analytical problem-solving and organizational skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
- High attention to detail and accuracy
Preferred Qualifications:
- MBA
- Experience with JD Edwards
- Experience with lease accounting systems
- Experience in a multi-entity or multi-currency environment
Physical Demands:
- Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment with frequent interruptions.
- Ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop bend climb kneel crouch reach and twist.
- Lift carry push and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight up to 40 lbs.
- Operate office equipment requires repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard.
- Ability to stand for long periods of time in an upright position walking on both even and uneven surfaces
- Ability to stoop crouch and kneel on a regular basis
Hours & Workdays:
- 8:00 AM-5:00 PM Monday through Friday onsite when business requires before/after hours will be mandatory
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Bolthouse Fresh Foods is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability status protected veteran status genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
We are dedicated to fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued respected and empowered to achieve their full potential.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS:
Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you are interested in applying for employment with Bolthouse Fresh Foods and need special assistance to apply for a posted position or if you believe you do not meet any of the required qualifications of a posted position due to a protected disability and would like to explore the possibility of accommodation please contact our Talent Acquisition team at: for additional support or guidance.
RECRUITMENT AGENCIES:
Bolthouse Fresh Foods does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Bolthouse Fresh Foods is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.