Staff Accountant Ag Accounting Shift 1

THE ROLE:

• This position will report to the: Controller - Ag Ops
• Travel requirements: N/A
• FLSA Status: Exempt
• Shift: 1
• Employment Category: Full-Time Regular
• Pay Range: $70500-$85000

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

This position works at the direction of the Farms Controller and is responsible for providing accounting support to the Ag Operations managers. This position prepares monthly reports and performs comprehensive variance analysis to assist managers in understanding their business operations in order to make better business decisions. Responsibilities also include selected inventory transactions and reconciliations and grower payment analysis and processing.

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• Ensure timely and accurate month-end close in compliance with GAAP standards.
• Ensure proper application of internal controls to maintain the integrity of financial reporting and compliance with SOX.
• Assist with Annual Financial Statement Audit.
• Accrual journal entries prepared on a monthly basis (as needed for areas of responsibility)
• Performs other duties and ad hoc responsibilities as directed..

WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Understanding of general accounting principles and financial reporting
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook PowerPoint Word and Access
• Strong analytical organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Minimum Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

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.