Ag Controller

LIMONEIRA COMPANY•Santa Paula, CA

10d•$110,000 - $125,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Agricultural Controller is responsible for overseeing the financial health of agricultural operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and implementing effective cost control measures. This role involves collaborating with various departments to enhance operational efficiency and profitability.

Requirements

Must have a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or equivalent
10 years of accounting experience
At least 5 years recent experience in accounting supervision
Experience with the monthly financial closing process
Knowledge and experience in the preparation of consolidated financial statements
Experience in the year-end financial audit process
Must possess a valid California Class C driver’s license and maintain a clean DMV record.
Must be computer literate in Microsoft Office and have an excellent understanding of accounting software
Must have a financial understanding and budgeting experience
Must be able to sort through data and understand the information
Must be able to mentor and coach employees
Must be able to collaborate with other individuals, functions and departments to achieve Limoneiras’ business goals
Must be able to manage time and priorities
Must be able to multi-task
Must be clear and understandable when communicating verbally or in writing
Must be able to demonstrate a positive attitude
Must be able to maintain a neat work area
Must be able to communicate openly and in a timely manner
Must be able to work successfully in a team atmosphere
Must be able to prioritize work
Must be able to make independent decisions
Must be able to work in a dynamic environment and function under pressure
Must be able to accept constructive criticism
Must represent Limoneira in a professional manner (must display professionalism and politeness when speaking to auditors and colleagues)
Must be able to compare and contrast different values
Must be able to make decisions regarding differing information
Must be able to trace and correct errors

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Citrus Industry preferred
Bilingual in Spanish is desirable

Responsibilities

Maintain monthly Actual vs Budget P&L’s for each division.
Maintain monthly/annual forecast for So. Farming
Monthly Financial review meetings
So Farming “Total Spend” schedule to assist in budgeting process
Track lemon production/wash analysis by block
Maintain other historical analysis and schedules as requested by VP of Farming and CEO
Accounts Payable – code and approve farming related invoices
Expense analysis – SAGE query, GLYDIMA
Inventory cultural cost analysis, monthly adjusting entry
Maintain monthly expense worksheets, such as Edison, purchased water, pump expense, etc
Tracking of H2A Labor
Responsible for maintaining Farming Database
Responsible for maintaining Analytical Allocations in Sage
Avocado – maintaining spreadsheets tracking production, revenue accrual by block/ranch
Lemon Ranch revenue – maintain spreadsheet tracking revenue by block/ranch
Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) relevant to agricultural operations.
Maintain inventory – prepaid farming supplies
Responsible for monthly expense accruals
Attend weekly farming meetings
Identify prepaid expense and expense accruals
Address financial queries and provide expert advice on financial matters.
Other task and projects as requested by VP Grower Services or Management