Grower Accountant I

Description

The Grower Accountant is responsible for managing the internal systems according to GAAP, tax planning and crop accounting using Famous accounting software as well as compiling and preparing work papers to support the preparation, review and analysis of U.S. Federal and State income tax returns, tax provisions, transfer pricing studies, and other domestic and international tax compliance projects. This position will be expected to exhibit the highest professional standards, ethical principles, and attention to detail while working on numerous routine and ad hoc tax support functions.

• Ensure financial information for our grower clients is prepared in a timely and accurate fashion.
• Support and implement Accounting & Finance objectives, while constantly working towards improving processes and procedures.
• Administer all accounting related to grower clients. Process and prepare accurate operational financial information for grower clients within predetermined deadlines.
• Compile data from domestic and foreign subsidiaries to support legal entity domestic tax reporting.
• Prepare IRS Form 5471’s.
• Manage Grower Accounting and Lot Accounting Reports including handling of all A/P communications with vendors and growers.
• Provide operational accounting support to internal departments, customers and grower clients relating to produce business units. Investigate and resolve related problems in a timely manner.
• Oversee and contribute to the preparation of all inventory related information for financial statements (P&Ls, Balance Sheets, Statement of Cash Flows, ROI) and all other reports required by management.
• Analyze financial information of all farms (e.g., analysis of revenues, expenses, and yields) including forecasting, industry, and economic conditions of trends and production analysis for all commodities.
• Work as part of a team to complete all weekly and monthly accounting entries as they relate to the business units.
  
  

Requirements

Skills & Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Agricultural Economics, or a related field required.
• Experience: 2-5 years of accounting experience, with a focus in agriculture or farming a strong plus.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Industry Knowledge: Understanding of agricultural production processes, crop cycles, and cost structures in farming a plus.
• Analytical Skills: Strong ability to analyze financial data, create reports, and identify trends.
• Communication Skills: Ability to clearly communicate financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.
• Attention to Detail: Ability to maintain accurate and up-to-date records and track a variety of financial aspects.
• Experience in farm management or agricultural finance preferred.
• Familiarity with budgeting and forecasting specific to the agricultural sector preferred.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements specific to farming or food production preferred.
  
  

Miscellaneous

• Reports to: Controller
• Supervisory responsibilities: No
• Status: Hourly Non-Exempt