Accounting Manager

Produce Careers•San Luis Obispo County, CA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

An international agriculture company is seeking an Accounting Manager to coordinate the organization’s accounting functions under the general supervision of the Chief Financial Officer. The role performs analytical and technical duties supporting accounting, GAAP, and IFRS requirements while maintaining the confidentiality of privileged information. It helps ensure the integrity and accuracy of financial operations, safeguards organizational assets, and develops efficient business processes. The Accounting Manager oversees financial reporting processes, capital budgeting, strategic planning for accounting policies, and internal controls over financial transactions. The position supervises the finance team, including Staff Accountants, Accounts Payable positions, and an Administration Assistant, and directs accounting activities while providing specialized support and accounting expertise. Responsibilities span general ledger maintenance, treasury and banking accounting, fixed asset accounting, cost allocations, accounts payable management, and consolidation reporting. This is an in-office position based in San Luis Obispo County. Planned travel is required, with approximately 20% of time devoted to travel. The hiring company lists an annual salary range of $93,769–$107,834, based on experience and education.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or Financial Management.
7–9 years of experience in an accounting or financial management role.
7–9 years of experience in a lead management position.
3–5 years of proficiency with relevant accounting software and applications.
Strong knowledge of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and tax regulations.
Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft applications.
Ability to work effectively and independently and exercise sound judgment and discretion.
Ability to work accurately with large amounts of financial and accounting data.
Ability to work as a member of a team-oriented staff.
Good planning and organizational skills.
Project management skills in developing, coordinating, and managing project plans.
Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Valid California driver’s license.
Ability and readiness to travel with planned notice; approximately 20% travel is expected.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in a similar or related field.
Valid and in-good-standing California Certified Public Accountant (C.P.A.) license.
Lead management experience preferably within an accounting firm or related business environment.

Responsibilities

Coordinate accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash and treasury management, and general accounting functions.
Review and supervise monthly general ledger account reconciliations and lead monthly and annual financial close processes.
Manage the finance team, oversee workflow processes, conduct employee training, set goals, and perform annual appraisals.
Review and maintain transactions and requirements for financial institutions, and serve as administrator for all financial institutions.
Lead contact and facilitator for external auditors.
Lead development of the accounting budget and support budget managers.
Evaluate and improve internal accounting processes to align practices with organizational goals.
Review recommendations for improvements to accounting software, modules, and processes.
Ensure the accuracy of commercial inventory and ensure data corresponds with Business Intelligence reporting and ties out to the General Ledger.
Analyze inventory data for anomalies, patterns, correlations, and errors, and make corrections, including margins, posting groups, and costs.
Serve as Key User for all ERP applications.
Implement and write ERP task procedures and protocols for Sales, Warehouse, and Accounting departments.
Participate in policy development as a member of the Key User/Leadership team.
Support accounting processes involving general ledger, treasury and banking, fixed assets, cost allocations, accounts payable, and consolidation reporting.
Safeguard confidential information and support the integrity and accuracy of financial operations and organizational assets.