OVERVIEW
Maintains grower payable system, ensuring all information is accurate. Processes invoices and check requests after assuring validation of expenditures, appropriate approvals and proper account classification. Applies principles of accounting to analyze financial information and prepare financial reports. Assist in general accounting functions.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for completion of the general group accounting function.
- Assist in monthly close process in accordance with group closing and reporting guidelines.
- Interact with operating management members in accordance with reporting guidelines.
- Maintain the corporate holding company general ledgers including the following sub-systems/processes and the related accounting activities and creation of appropriate journal entries:
- Cash journal entries/reconciliations
- Fixed assets and depreciation
- Accounts payable and cash disbursements
- Payroll journals and related compensation and benefit accruals
- Cost center operating expenses
- Month-end closing process and related activities
- Perform account analysis and account reconciliations on all major accounts to ensure accurate reporting and timely identification of action items.
- Assist in the development of the annual budget process.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting from four-year College or university required.
- 3-5 years of relevant experience required.
- Preference will be given for candidates with five years or more experience.
- Ability to learn technical concepts.
- Strong proficiency in MS Excel (Macros, Pivot Tables, V/H-Lookups) is a plus.
- Mix of public accounting experience and private industry experience desired.
Skills and Knowledge
- An acknowledged team player, proactive and not reactive, committed to delivery high quality work product.
- Project management, analytical and excellent communication (oral and written) skills are required.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- A sound level of knowledge in financial accounting and reporting.
- Ability to work within a Finance team.
