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Grower Accountant

TeamBuilders Employment

Grower Accountant

Fresno, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    TeamBuilders Employment & Business Solutions is recruiting for an experienced GROWER ACCOUNTANT to join a local Agriculture Producer in the FRESNO, CA area.

     

     

    The Grower Accountant will report to the CFO of the company and will be responsible for all functions of crop and grower accounting and maintaining all related documentation while cultivating exceptional grower relations. The ideal candidate for the Grower Accountant role will possess solid experience working with a high-volume of growers within an in-demand commodity industry and a proven track record of successful grower relations.  

     

     

    Company offers advancement opportunities, an outstanding benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision & PTO as well as a competitive starting pay rate of up to $35 per hour, DOE. Position is being offered on a Direct Hire basis, Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Some overtime may be required during peak harvest.

     

     

    THE DAILY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE GROWER ACCOUNTANT TO INCLUDE:

    • Manage and maintain grower accounts & records including A/P, communications, contracts and grower inquiries
    • Record & process weight of all incoming products daily and reconcile with USDA weekly
    • Process miscellaneous charges and credits, scale tags, delivery reports, bin transactions and payment reports
    • Report incoming weight and outgoing shipments to commodity FMO (Federal Marketing Order), monthly
    • File forms, reports and maintain all required documentation with commodity FMO as required
    • Provide growers with weekly reports and pertinent information
    • Generate, manage and maintain grower comparison reports
    • Calculate and issue grower disbursements per contract terms, adding relevant bonuses and deductions
    • Deliver accounting support and grower settlement customer service to internal departments and growers
    • Maintain internal records of other commodities including internal acreage
    • Perform bank reconciliations
    • Process intercompany expense reimbursements
    • Maintain General Ledger and generate reports including CIP, PPE, Financial Statements, Inventory, Balance Sheets, ROI, etc.
    • Timely and accurate completion of period end and year end closing duties
    • Additional related accounting duties as required
    • Support CFO and management team as needed

     

     

    REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND SKILLS OF THE GROWER ACCOUNTANT:

    • Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Grower Accountant
    • Bachelor’s Degree in accounting preferred but a combination of experience and education will be considered
    • Advanced skills in MS Office; Excel, Word & Outlook, Accounting Software, ERP, CRM, etc., required
    • Demonstrated working knowledge of general accounting concepts (e.g., revenues, expenses, receivables, and liabilities)
    • Strong analytical, detail orientation, time management, prioritization and organizational skills required
    • Ability to manage competing deadlines and demands with a high level of accuracy
    • Professional & effective communication skills (verbal, written and interpersonal)
    • Proven ability to maintain & develop positive interactions with growers while addressing sensitive matters surrounding payment issues
    • Must maintain a high level of confidentiality
    • Flexibility to work additional hours during peak season (July-November) as may be necessary

              

     

     

    If you have the experience we are seeking and would like to be considered for this career opportunity as a Grower Accountant, please submit your resume and cover letter for immediate review. Apply Directly!

     

     

    PLEASE INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING IN COVER LETTER:

    • Your availability to interview and begin working in the Fresno, CA area
    • A detailed description of your experience as a Grower Accountant
    • Any additional details that will showcase your ability to succeed within this role
  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND SKILLS OF THE GROWER ACCOUNTANT:

    • Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Grower Accountant
    • Bachelor’s Degree in accounting preferred but a combination of experience and education will be considered
    • Advanced skills in MS Office; Excel, Word & Outlook, Accounting Software, ERP, CRM, etc., required
    • Demonstrated working knowledge of general accounting concepts (e.g., revenues, expenses, receivables, and liabilities)
    • Strong analytical, detail orientation, time management, prioritization and organizational skills required
    • Ability to manage competing deadlines and demands with a high level of accuracy
    • Professional & effective communication skills (verbal, written and interpersonal)
    • Proven ability to maintain & develop positive interactions with growers while addressing sensitive matters surrounding payment issues
    • Must maintain a high level of confidentiality
    • Flexibility to work additional hours during peak season (July-November) as may be necessary

              

     

     

    If you have the experience we are seeking and would like to be considered for this career opportunity as a Grower Accountant, please submit your resume and cover letter for immediate review. Apply Directly!

     

     

    PLEASE INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING IN COVER LETTER:

    • Your availability to interview and begin working in the Fresno, CA area
    • A detailed description of your experience as a Grower Accountant
    • Any additional details that will showcase your ability to succeed within this role

    Additional Information

    MUST BE AUTHORIZED TO WORK IN THE UNITED STATES

    All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.