Controller, Finance & Banking, Accounting Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with US GAAP, tax regulations, and produce industry standards.
• Coordinate annual audits with external auditors.
• Oversee Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), grower settlements, payroll, and general ledger.
• Supervise the proper recording of produce purchases, grower payments, and sales to customers.
• Maintain strong internal controls to safeguard company assets.
• Develop annual budgets in collaboration with senior management.
• Monitor actual results vs. budget, explaining variances and proposing corrective actions.
• Support cash flow forecasting and treasury management.
• Manage grower accounting: ensure transparent reporting of returns, charges (e.g., In & Out, freight, handling), and settlements.
• Control inventory valuation of perishable products, including shrink, re-packs, and quality claims.
• Ensure accurate costing of imported and domestic produce, including freight, tariffs, and handling charges.
• Lead and develop the accounting team (staff accountants, AP/AR clerks, payroll).
• Implement best practices for process improvement and financial efficiency.
• Serve as the financial liaison between operations, sales, procurement, and executive management.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or MBA preferred).
• Minimum 5–7 years of accounting experience, at least 3 in a leadership role.
• Previous experience in the produce, agriculture, or perishable goods industry strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, tax compliance, and grower settlement accounting.
• Solid knowledge of U.S. taxation, including federal and California state tax regulations.
• Proficiency in ERP/accounting systems (Famous, Famous ERP, JD Edwards, Net Suite, or similar).
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills.
• Strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) highly desirable.

• Integrity & Accuracy:
  Ensures precise reporting and ethical practices.
• Produce Industry Knowledge:
  Understands grower returns, shrink, and perishable product challenges.
• Analytical Thinking:
  Ability to interpret financial data to guide decision-making.
• Leadership:
  Capable of managing and developing a finance team.
• Problem-Solving:
  Anticipates issues and implements solutions proactively.

Location:

Yuma, AZ