Accountant

Accountant

Heath Farms | Coloma, Wisconsin

Heath Farms is looking for a detail-oriented, trustworthy, organized, and motivated Accountant to join our team.

This is an important position within our diverse agricultural operation. The Accountant will be responsible for managing day-to-day accounting functions, maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with payroll and employee administration, and working closely with management across the different areas of the farm.

We are looking for someone who is not only comfortable working with numbers, but who wants to understand the business behind those numbers and take ownership of the accounting process.

ABOUT HEATH FARMS

Heath Farms is a diverse and growing agricultural operation with approximately 25 full-time and 50–75 seasonal employees.

Our operation includes:

• 6-acre wholesale greenhouse
• 250 acres of vegetable production
• 280 acres of high-end sports turf
• 50 acres of maple and Christmas trees

Our business operates year-round, with seasonal activity ranging from spring greenhouse production and March–November sod shipping to summer/fall vegetable production and November–December Christmas tree operations.

THE POSITION

The Accountant will oversee and manage the day-to-day accounting functions for Heath Farms while working closely with ownership and management.

Because of the diversity of our operation, this position requires someone who is comfortable managing multiple areas of accounting and administration and who can understand how financial information connects to the day-to-day operation of the farm.

The right person will take ownership of the accounting function, identify issues, keep records accurate and organized, and help improve systems and processes as the business continues to grow.

RESPONSIBILITIESAccounting & Financial Management

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping and accounting functions
• Maintain accurate and organized financial records
• Perform account reconciliations and accounting checks
• Review transactions and resolve discrepancies
• Assist with financial reporting and month-end processes
• Monitor expenses across the different areas of the farm
• Work with Sage and QuickBooks
• Assist management with financial information and reporting
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and organization

Accounts Payable, Receivable & Invoicing

• Manage accounts payable processes
• Process bills, invoices, and payments
• Match purchases, receiving records, and invoices
• Manage customer invoicing and account records
• Monitor outstanding receivables
• Maintain accurate vendor and customer records

Payroll & Employee Administration

• Manage and process payroll
• Verify employee hours and payroll information
• Maintain employee records
• Assist with H-2A paperwork and seasonal employee administration
• Work with management to ensure payroll and employee information is accurate and timely

Insurance & Compliance

• Assist with insurance administration
• Manage workers’ compensation records and related documentation
• Maintain required accounting and employee records
• Assist with H-2A-related financial and administrative requirements
• Coordinate with outside accountants, insurance providers, and other professional services as needed

Working With Management

• Work closely with ownership and management
• Provide accurate and timely financial information
• Help management understand financial results and expenses
• Maintain confidentiality of financial and employee information
• Help keep administrative and financial processes organized across the business

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

We are looking for someone who is:

• Experienced in accounting or bookkeeping
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Trustworthy and dependable
• Comfortable taking ownership of responsibilities
• Strong with numbers and financial information
• A good problem solver who takes initiative
• Comfortable working independently
• Able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Professional when working with employees, vendors, customers, management, and outside professionals
• Comfortable with computers, spreadsheets, and accounting software
• Interested in understanding the entire business, not just the accounting department
• Someone with a positive “can-do” attitude
• Looking for a long-term position with a growing company

EXPERIENCE

Previous experience in accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, invoicing, or financial administration is required.

Experience with Sage, QuickBooks, Excel, insurance, workers’ compensation, and H-2A paperwork is strongly preferred.

Agricultural or small-business accounting experience is a plus.

We are looking for someone who can step into the role, learn our operation, and take ownership of the accounting responsibilities. The right candidate will have strong attention to detail, good judgment, a strong work ethic, and the ability to work independently while communicating effectively with management.

THE OPPORTUNITY

This is an opportunity to become an important part of the financial and administrative side of Heath Farms.

Because Heath Farms operates across several different agricultural businesses, the Accountant will gain exposure to a wide range of accounting, payroll, purchasing, sales, employee, insurance, and operational responsibilities.

The person in this position will play an important role in keeping the financial side of the business organized and providing management with the information needed to make informed business decisions.

Take ownership. Know the numbers. Understand the business. Become an important part of the future of Heath Farms.

BENEFITS

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Paid training

Work Location: In person
Location: Coloma, Wisconsin

Pay: $29.00 - $33.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Salary : $29 - $33