Grower Accountant

The Grower Accountant is responsible for assisting the Finance Department with Accounting for Growers. This professional level position will ensure accurate and timely payments to growers as well as perform proper complex accounting of all grower-related costs, crop investment activities through grower settlement, and accurate and timely account reconciliations. Responsible for providing support and information sharing to varying inter-department, company subsidiaries and cross-functional groups. Under general supervision, will perform routine and non-routine grower accounting activities. Responsible for specialized calculations, ledger postings and numerous accounting functions as they relate to grower accounting and the settlement process.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Grower AccountingResponsible for development and implementation of accounting processes for Ocean Mist Farms’ complex shared equity growing dealsResponsible for development and monitoring complex accounting transactions in multiple countriesResponsible for the documentation and reconciliation of accounting activities from custom developed grower settlement applicationResponsible for weekly calculations, system inputs and reconciliation of charges to the growersWill be cross-trained and perform necessary weekly grower settlement and other accounting functions for the Grower Accountant Staff and Grower Accounting Manager during absences and vacationOther duties as assignedCross-functional Communication and SupportProvides guidance, support and direction to other functional groups pertaining to the grower accounting and inventory processesCommunicates to and educates employees on the internal control requirements pertaining to these same functions.Accounting Department SupportCoordinate and assist with the month end close process to ensure the reporting of accurate and timely month end resultsSubmit correcting journal entries to the general accounting group for posting and prepare accounts receivable general ledger related account reconciliationsWill be cross-trained in other accounting functions as requiredOther duties as assignedAnalysisPrepare necessary analytical schedules to support the month-end resultsPrepare requested management reporting and analysis as it relates to crop investment for the Finance and Production departmentsPrepare ad hoc reporting as requested by management as it relates to crop investmentsPrepare complex Board Reports and submit for review and update Board Summaries once reviewedOther duties as assignedProcess ImprovementWill work in cross-functional teams as required to improve the processed used to complete the responsibilities of the position and other areas in the companyPerform AP vouchers for GA Direct Entry Generator process for necessary growersOther duties as assigned

Job Requirements and Qualifications

Minimum of Associates Degree focused in accounting or finance requiredEquivalent experience is desired; not requiredRequires continuing education as needed for role and other job-related areasA minimum of 4 years of grower accounting experience is desired, not requiredA minimum of 4 years of comparable experience in related agriculture accounting is highly desiredAdvanced knowledge of spreadsheet applications (MS Excel) is highly desiredAdvanced proficiency in various programs and Famous database (desired), including MS Office (Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint, Adobe) applications and internet research skills is highly desiredA self-starter, ensure delegated tasks are completed with minimal supervisor follow-up. Proactively communicate task and project updates to supervisorBilingual in English and Spanish is requiredDiscreet handling of all business mattersCoordinate workflow effectively, efficiently, and neatly with a high level of attention to detail as well as superior organizational skillsExcellent analytical skills are an integral component is carrying out required duties and responsibilities associated with this positionCalifornia driver’s license and the ability to be covered under company-sponsored vehicle insurance programs are requiredWork under general supervision; however, requires the exercise of discretion and independent judgment on significant mattersMust be able to work both independently and as part of a team; identify and resolve complex problems; and manage multiple high visibility projectsAbility to manage a project from its initiation to completion with minimal supervisionAbility to carry out defined procedures and duties with specific instructionsAbility to learn new duties with minimal repetitionExcellent interpersonal skills; ability to work well with all levels of internal management and staff as well as outside clients and vendors and maintain effective working relationships with all partiesStrong ability to communicate verbally and comprehend verbal and written communication and instructionsMust keep Grower Accounting Manager informed on all matters that directly affect the department