GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PRIMARY PURPOSE
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This position supervises Fresh Pack (FP) accountants and ensures all critical department processes are met. These processes include managing FP accounting and financial reporting, implementing and maintaining a system of internal controls that will ensure that company assets are adequately safeguarded and that all financial reporting is prepared in compliance with U.S. GAAP. This position requires leadership capability as well as accounting and finance acumen.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS/DUTIES OF THE POSITION
- Manages daily operations of the FP Accounting team to ensure production of complete, accurate and timely transactions, statements and financial reports are in compliance with policies and procedures and in accordance with US GAAP under the guidance of the FP Controller.
- Manages and participates in the period close process and partners with other Finance/Accounting teams.
- Manages the preparation of FP deliverables to ensure timely and accurate submission to DFV Corporate including Balance Sheet and Income Statement variance explanations; quarterly and annual reporting templates as directed by the FP Controller.
- Under the guidance of the FP Controller performs account analysis and reconciliations to ensure compliance with Dole accounting policies.
- Coordinates the creation and maintenance of Standard Operations Procedures (SOP’s) for all FP accounting tasks.
- Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Provides orientation and training for new staff; establishes individual and team performance goals to review, coach and monitor performance against goals; discusses significant operations issues and review staff training and development requirements; establishes goals and measures to track the success of the department.
- Prepares ad hoc analysis and participates in special projects as required and performs other duties as assigned.
JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS)
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- 7-10 Years of accounting experience (at least 3 years of experience in an accounting manager function)
- 2-3 years of public accounting a plus and 2-3 years of large company experience preferred
- Strong analytical skills and problem-solving capabilities with experience managing and leading complex issues requiring both interpretation and judgment.
- Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP.
- Excellent leadership, planning, supervisory and communication skills are required.
- Knowledge of IFRS preferred
- Extensive experience in general ledger accounting.
- Highly motivated and flexible individual capable of leading an organization while managing multiple projects, tight deadlines, and activities in a fast-paced, time-sensitive, dynamic environment.
- Ability to understand business requirements and define and implement technical system solutions and automated processes.
- Ability to work collaboratively across various departmental functions at various levels.
- Strong leadership abilities in developing staff to ensure timely and quality execution against expectations.
- Strong oral and written communication skills and the ability to interface professionally with all levels of management
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for conveying information in a clear, concise, accurate and timely manner to all levels of management and staff
- Advanced Excel skills.
- Report writing experience, Power BI preferred.
- Experience in ERP implementations preferred.
- Experience in agriculture, distribution, and/or manufacturing operations preferred.
- Strong attention to detail and a desire to assume new responsibilities.
- English is required, Spanish knowledge a plus.
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INTERNAL & EXTERNAL RELATIONS
This position will interact with all members of Finance Fresh Pack and FP Operations.
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EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION
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BS/BA in Accounting or Finance is required
CPA or MBA is preferred
EMPLOYEE MANAGEMENT
Supervises a team of three, one Staff Accountant and two Sr. Staff Accountants
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift (including overhead) and/or up to 15 lbs.
EQUIPMENT NEEDED
Cell Phone
Laptop
WORK HOUR REQUIREMENT
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift (including overhead) and/or up to 15 lbs.
Required Skills
Required Experience
- 7-10 Years of accounting experience (at least 3 years of experience in an accounting manager function)
- 2-3 years of public accounting a plus and 2-3 years of large company experience preferred
- BS/BA in Accounting or Finance is required
- CPA or MBA is preferred
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.