Staff Accountant - Ag Accounting

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: $70,500-$85,000

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 1,600 dedicated individuals. Since 1915, we have been committed to growing and producing high-quality carrots, and today, we are one of North America’s 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 1,600 employees. 

WHAT YOU’LL 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.

• Analyze monthly expenses and review with department managers; generate correcting journal entries as needed. Participate in budget process for assigned departments. 
• Generates weekly and monthly spending reports for farms and support departments.
• Record internal tractor work transactions in JDE to assure costs are allocated to correct business unit.
• 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 WE’RE 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:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or Agri-Business
• 1-3 years of accounting experience 
• Knowledge of ad hoc report writing systems
• Candidates must have a verifiable history of safe vehicle operation and meet company standards for driving eligibility. This includes maintaining a clean driving record, which will be verified through a background check

Preferred Qualifications:

• Accounting experience (Cost Accounting or Ag Accounting)
• Knowledge of JD Edwards financial systems highly desirable (or similar ERP system)
• Account reconciliation experience
• Experience in grower payment
• Able to perform ad hoc analysis, financial reviews and variance analysis

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: TalentAcquisition@BolthouseFresh.com 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.