Senior Grower Accountant

AgriCare, Inc.•Porterville, CA

5d•$80,000 - $105,000

About The Position

The Senior Grower Accountant supports the Farming Division accounting team by preparing financial statements and managing farm-related accounting processes, vendor relationships, and team workflows. The role includes working with growers, management, vendors, and accounting teammates to maintain accuracy and meet deadlines. The position may also involve other duties assigned according to business needs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a closely related field, or five years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Proficiency with computers, including MS Outlook, Word, Excel, QuickBooks, and/or industry-related software such as Famous.
Organization and ability to prioritize time and tasks appropriately.
Ability to communicate with growers (clients) and management.
Attention to detail and ability to follow through on tasks and responsibilities.
Ability to work as a member of the Farming Division accounting team to meet deadlines, maintain accuracy, and operate in a manner aligned with the company’s values, mission, and vision.
Ability to present oneself with professional appearance and behavior in accordance with Employee Handbook Policies.
Ability to meet all safety requirements and pass a drug and alcohol test for safety-sensitive positions.

Nice To Haves

Agricultural accounting or grower accounting experience.

Responsibilities

Prepare financial statements.
Manage vendor maintenance, vendor relations, and new credit applications for farms.
Manage accounts payable turnaround and processing policies.
Manage team schedules and workloads.
Lead team meetings.
Upload farm budgets into the ERP system.
Approve farm check runs.
Reconcile farm bank accounts.
Perform other duties as assigned by the needs of the business.
Follow AgriCare-defined best practices for addressing conflicts with department team members, management, vendors, clients, and others within the organization.
Meet safety requirements and pass a drug and alcohol test when in a safety-sensitive position.