Staff Accountant - Ag Accounting - Shift

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Full-Time Regular – Bakersfield, CA, US

Salary Range: $70,500.00 To $85,000.00 Annually

This position will report to the Controller - Ag Ops. FLSA Status:
Exempt. Shift:
1. Employment Category:
Full-Time Regular. Pay Range: $70,500-$85,000.

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.

We also supply premium natural ingredients for the food and beverage industry. Bolthouse Fresh products are available at major retailers across North America.

This position works at the direction of the Farms Controller and is responsible for providing accounting support to the Ag Operations managers.

Responsibilities include:

• Analyze monthly expenses and review with department managers; generate correcting journal entries as needed. Participate in budget process for assigned departments.
• Generate weekly and monthly spending reports for farms and support departments.
• Record internal tractor work transactions in JDE to ensure costs are allocated to the correct business unit.
• Ensure timely and accurate month-end close in compliance with GAAP standards.
• Ensure proper application of internal controls to maintain the integrity of financial reporting and compliance with SOX.
• Assist with Annual Financial Statement Audit.
• Prepare accrual journal entries on a monthly basis (as needed) for areas of responsibility.
• Perform other duties and ad hoc responsibilities as directed.

• Understanding of general accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, and Access.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or Agri‑Business.
• 1-3 years of accounting experience.
• Knowledge of ad hoc report writing systems.
• Verifiable history of safe vehicle operation and meeting company standards for driving eligibility. This includes a clean driving record, verified through a background check.

• Accounting experience (Cost Accounting or Ag Accounting).
• Knowledge of JD Edwards financial systems highly desirable (or similar ERP system).
• Account reconciliation experience.
• Experience in grower payment.
• Ability to perform ad hoc analysis, financial reviews and variance analysis.

• 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 40 lbs.
• Operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movements 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.

• 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday onsite. When business requires, before/after hours will be mandatory.

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.

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 Talent

A for additional support or guidance.