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Senior Accountant-Veg
 Dole Food Company, Inc. | |
 United States, California, Salinas | |
 Jun 18, 2025 | |
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639 S Sanborn Rd, Salinas, California Position Type
Full-Time/Regular Tracking Code
984 GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PRIMARY PURPOSE: The Senior Accountant is responsible for independently performing both routine and non-routine accounting and financial reporting functions for the assigned area. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS/DUTIES OF THE POSITION: * Prepare, understand, and analyze business processes including grower contracts and determine accounting impact
* Prepare general ledger journal entries related but not limited to COGS for vegetable cost transaction, Liability Accruals and Cost allocation; verify the accuracy of recorded accounting transactions and ensure compliance with GAAP and internal controls.
* Prepare deferred crop cost/ inventory and Vegetable Purchase Reclass journal entries.
* Prepare grower advance crop cost entries.
* Summarize balance sheet account activity; prepare periodic balance sheet account reconciliations.
* Maintain and/or reconcile accounting subsidiary ledgers to the general ledger (AR, inventory, grower payables, prepaids, accrued liabilities, etc.).
* Prepare and accumulate supporting documentation for various vendors, growers and other third parties
* Research and/or provide accounting information to middle and upper management customers, as well as Corporate Headquarters.
* Prepare accounting reports for monthly close and financial reporting cycles.
* Prepare and /or review invoice package to be sent to Accounts Payable for payment approval.
* Identify process improvements and lead implementation
* Ability to implement new department processes.
* Partner with business leaders on development and analysis of the annual operating budget.
* Prepare audit schedules for both internal and external auditors.
* Other duties as assigned. Required Skills
JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES: * 5-7 years' experience in accounting.
* Working experience in Agriculture industry highly desirable as well as SOX exposure
* Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with high level of accuracy
* Soft skills are a must: Ability to work and collaborate very well with others, ability to contribute to create a healthy, harmonious, and friendly work environment
* Aptitude to positively adjust with change and desire to assume new responsibilities
* Analyze processes, lead technological improvements and identify financial impact
* Strategic thinker, creative problem-solver, and decision-maker; ability to find innovative, thoughtful solutions to a range of business problems
* Effective computer skills, Microsoft suite (Outlook, Word, Power Point and advanced Excel skills), familiarity with ERP systems and processes
* Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), procedures and application.
* Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and meet all required deadlines
* Language Requirements: English. Bilingual in Spanish is helpful. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: * 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) up to 15 lbs. WORK HOUR & TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Required Experience
EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION: * Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required
* CPA a plus PAY RATE:
EEO STATEMENT: 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. | |