What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Manager position at Grimmway Produce Group?
Company Description
Grimmway Produce Group is a global leader in produce and North America's top grower, shipper, and processor of carrots, potatoes, and organic vegetables.
Role Description
Grimmway Produce Group is seeking an Accounting Manager responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the accounting department, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting, maintaining internal controls, and supporting strategic decision-making. This role requires leadership, strong technical accounting knowledge, and the ability to manage complex financial processes and reporting cycles. The ideal candidate will have accounting experience in either agriculture or manufacturing industry. Whether you are a current GPG team member looking to grow your career or a professional seeking a rewarding opportunity in agriculture, this position offers the chance to contribute to one of the world’s largest carrot and organic vegetable grower, packer, and shippers. At GPG, we take pride in delivering fresh, healthy, and safe products to communities while caring for the earth’s natural resources and investing in our family of employees—come grow with us!
Qualifications
- Must have a 4-year college degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
- Must have 3 – 5 years of experience in agriculture or manufacturing industry.
- 5 – 7 years of experience of managing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
- Experience supervising staff/departments, including but not limited to; Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, General Accounting, etc.
- Must have relevant experience with month-end close, reconciliation of accounts, preparation of accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
- Experience leading an external financial audit and assist outside firm with tax calculations
- Must have experience with budgeting and forecasting
- Ability to interact with all levels of employees, including company management in a professional manner.
- Must possess strong computer skills and be an intermediate to advanced user of Excel (proficient with vlookup/hlookup, index, sum if functions and pivot tables).
- CPA or MBA
- Must have a valid driver’s license with a clean DMV driving record. Must pass pre-placement drug/alcohol screen and background investigation.
Salary : $110,000 - $140,000