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THE ROLE:

• This position will report to the: Corporate Controller
• Travel requirements: N/A
• FLSA Status: Exempt
• Shift: 1st
• Employment Category: Full-time Regular
• Pay Band: $140,000 - $190,000

STRONG HISTORY. EXCITING FUTURE

Bolthouse Fresh Foods is a leader in carrot production, serving as a grower, packer, processor, and shipper. Headquartered in Bakersfield, California, we are a proud employer to 1,600 dedicated individuals. Since 1915, we have been committed to growing and producing high-quality carrots, and today, we are one of North America’s largest growers and distributors of fresh carrots for cooking and snacking. Additionally, we supply premium natural ingredients for the food and beverage industry. With over a century of excellence, Bolthouse Fresh™ products are available at major retailers across North America. 

Bolthouse Fresh Foods has approximately 1,600 employees. 

WHAT YOU’LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR IN THIS ROLE

The Assistant Corporate Controller reports to our Corporate Controller and is critical to the integrity of our financial statements. This position is responsible for the Financial Accounting function including but not limited to; support of the annual financial audit, a timely and accurate month-end close, account reconciliations, preparation of financial statements, fixed asset accounting, and compliance with GAAP and other regulatory requirements. Additionally, this highly visible role should collaborate cross-functionally with key business leaders and FP&A to drive efficiencies and facilitate business decisions through the presentation of transparent and accurate financial results. This position offers high growth potential in an industry-leading company looking to expand its financial analysis and reporting capabilities

• Assist the Corporate Controller to ensure timely and accurate month-end and year-end close in compliance with GAAP standards.
• Provide guidance in the accounting treatment of new or unusual transactions and ensure proper disclosure.
• Monitor technical accounting, regulatory, and financial reporting developments to ensure Bolthouse is properly positioned to implement and maintain compliance with current and evolving standards and regulations.
• Oversee the daily operations of AR, AP, Fixed Assets, Lease Accounting, and General Ledger departments, providing guidance, support, and mentorship, ensuring proper processes are following and proper controls are in place.
• Work with the staff and managers to ensure proper oversight and review of all account reconciliations performed throughout the organization.
• Facilitation of the annual Financial Statement Audit and other engagements as required. 
• Participate in written accounting policies and procedures and ensure compliance.
• Ensure that all plant assets are appropriately accounted for and coordinate periodic and annual physical inventories.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, make recommendations for improvements and implement controls to achieve compliance.
• Supplemental point of contact between external auditors, tax preparers and the company.
• Provide direction, performance coaching, and career development to a team of accounting professionals in order to develop and motivate a high-performance team.
• Create and maintain a monthly journal entry log and month end close tracker.
• Review and reconcile bank reconciliations to assure proper accounting of cash and related transactions.
• Understand and support reporting related to ASC 606 and 842.
• Develop and maintain SOPs for the accounting department.
• Implement accounting system improvements and monitor ERP system usage.
• Investigate and implement system improvements and enhancements for AR and AP.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to understand accounting literature and apply to business/specific transactions.  
• Strong understanding of the consolidation process, currency translation, and interaction between financial statements.
• Experience with the preparation and issuance of GAAP compliant financial statements.
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse group of people and manage competing priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with and influence others, including direct reports, peers and senior leadership of the company.
• Proficiency with MS Office Tools.
• Advanced Excel skills include pivot tables, VLOOKUP, data modeling, and power query.
• Excellent critical thinking, communications, and decision-making skills.
• Highly self-motivated and driven to achieve excellence. 
• Diplomatic and effective skills in collaboration and negotiation.
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders.
• The successful candidate will be detail-oriented, have expert knowledge of GAAP and internal controls, and be comfortable in an ERP system environment.
• Ethical judgement and commitment to accuracy and transparency.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business or related fields.
• 5–8 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 4 years in a supervisory or management role.
• Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems (e.g., JDE, Oracle, SAP, MS Dynamics).
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of GAAP requirements and accounting controls.
• Advanced Excel skills (e.g. VLOOKUPs, pivot tables).
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment with frequent interruptions.
• Ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, climb, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist.
• Lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight up to 30 lbs.
• Operate office equipment requires repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time in an upright position walking on both even and uneven surfaces.
• Ability to stoop, crouch, and kneel on a regular basis.

HOURS & WORKDAYS:

• Monday through Friday onsite, when business requires before/after hours will be mandatory

WHAT WE OFFER

Our rich benefits packages are designed to support the health and well-being of both our eligible co-workers and their families.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Group Life and AD&D
• Voluntary Life and AD&D
• Group Short-Term Disability
• Group Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k 
• Paid Time Off

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

"Bolthouse Fresh Foods is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to achieve their full potential."

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS:

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you are interested in applying for employment with Bolthouse Fresh Foods and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, or if you believe you do not meet any of the required qualifications of a posted position due to a protected disability and would like to explore the possibility of accommodation, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at: [email protected] for additional support or guidance.