Staff Accountant- Ag/ Food Processing Industry

Located in Yuba City, CA

Salary: 70-90K

Overview

Express Employment Professionals is seeking an experienced Staff Accountant to join an established company in Olivehurst. The ideal candidate will have a strong accounting background, excellent attention to detail, and experience working in the agriculture and/or food processing industry. This position will support daily accounting operations including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger activity, treasury functions, and grower accounting.

Job Description

Accounts Receivable – 20%

• Perform accounts receivable duties
• Apply cash receipts from customer payments to invoices
• Apply customer discounts to open receivables balances
• Create customer accounts and set credit limits

Accounts Payable – 30%

• Responsible for paying and maintaining records of all invoices
• Match invoices to goods and services received
• Review general ledger coding for accuracy
• Process invoices for payment in accounting software
• Prepare checks and initiate electronic payments
• Research and resolve invoice discrepancies
• Maintain and create vendor files and accounts
• Process company credit card transactions and ensure receipt compliance
• Reconcile cash accounts at month end
• Collaborate with departments for accounting audits
• Prepare and mail required tax documents
• Research and approve new vendors

General Accounting – 20%

• Prepare and post transactions to the general ledger
• Reconcile G/L accounts at month end
• Assist with month end reporting

Treasury – 5%

• Initiate cash account transfers
• Monitor cash balances and initiate loan transfers based on cash flow needs
• Prepare monthly interest accruals

Grower Accounting – 20%

• Prepare payments for grower suppliers
• Review grower contract requirements
• Process and distribute grower payments

Other Duties – 5%

• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Experience in the agriculture and/or food processing industry is required
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, AP/AR, and general ledger processes
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office applications

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