Staff Accountant

WAWONA FROZEN FOODS

ABOUT THIS COMPANY

We pride ourselves on being family-owned and operated and treating our employees like family. Working at a company where safety and quality are top priorities. Every day, Wawona Frozen Foods' commitment to excellence justifies its reputation for delivering superior quality, value, and service. Wawona's state-of-the-art production methods and facilities ensure consistent high-quality products while maintaining the highest food safety standards as required by the USDA and state regulators.

ABOUT THIS ROLE

Wawona Frozen Foods is seeking an experienced Staff Accountant with food and/or agricultural experience preferred but optional. Reporting to the Controller, the individual is responsible for the daily accounting activities of the company. This hands-on role will also provide ongoing financial and analytical support to all functional business areas with high exposure to senior management.

DUTIES INCLUDE

• Participate actively in Wawona Frozen Foods' Safety program to maintain a healthy, injury-free environment.
• Compliance with all GMP, HAACP, Food Safety, Food Defense, and SQF policies and procedures. Empowered to notify and/or act in response to any issues or concerns within the scope of work.
• Participate in training and company meetings to facilitate individual and company growth.
• General Ledger:

• • Perform timely preparation of monthly journal entries.
  • Assist with compilation and review of monthly balance sheet account reconciliations for timely completion.
  • Manage prepaid accounts' monthly journal entries and reconciliations.
  • Review the preparation of the fixed asset schedules.
  • Prepare and review journal entries for intercompany transactions.
  • Assisted with sales reporting requirements and prepared commission calculations.

• Maintain the month-end close checklist; track and compile documents as needed for the monthly close checklist.
• Prepare month-end financial statements and management reporting packages.
• Conduct financial analysis, including budget versus actual analysis and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Prepare schedules and reports for tax compliance and filings.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP principles.
• Assist with preparation for annual audit performed by an independent accounting firm.
• Cross-train with other roles in the department for coverage as needed.
• Review and recommend modifications to accounting systems and play an active role in accounting process improvements and automation.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in an accounting role, preferably in food manufacturing, agriculture or manufacturing
• Excellent organizational, leadership, and decision-making skills
• Demonstrated organizational capabilities, detail-oriented, and the ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Excellent analytical and thinking skills to anticipate and identify issues and information requirements.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent listening skills and strong communication skills.
• A strong work ethic and a "can do" attitude.
• Self-motivated and self-starter.
• Ability to create and support team morale.
• Good time management skills.
• Ability to identify and resolve complex issues.
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, One Drive)
• ERP software experience required: Business Central, Navision, or Dynamics.
• CPA preferred
• Must possess a valid California driver's license.

LOCATION & SHIFT INFO

• This position will work out of our Clovis Corporate Office Location

BENEFITS

• Full time employees are eligible to participate in our competitive benefit package which includes a generous 401k with company match, medical, dental and vision benefits, employer paid life insurance, employee assistance program, and voluntary life, cafeteria 125 flexible spending and dependent care accounts.
• Wawona Wednesday's, End of Season Appreciation Events, T-shirts and Hats, Employee of the Month
• You'll have the opportunity to work with great people and make a real impact - while being your unique, authentic self at work.

WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY

• We learn together. We believe in supporting all employees with all the training, resources, and tools to be successful. We invest in our people, we learn together, we take the time to train, and we grow together. We celebrate OUR people and want each employee to have a long career with Wawona Frozen Foods.
• We focus on building and keeping relationships, going above and beyond, and offering world-class service. Empowering each team member to make Wawona Frozen Foods better every day, come up with improvements and suggest suggestions, and help us be innovative. We are proud of our history and want to continue to leave a legacy.
• Wawona Frozen Foods promotes a work environment that encourages problem-solving, collaboration, and a culture of growth. We roll up our sleeves, we get dirty, we exemplify true grit, and we support each other because we truly care about our people.
• We pride ourselves on having a diverse team matching our diverse product base. We have an inclusive culture where different professional and personal perspectives, ideas, and suggestions are respected and welcomed.
• We pride ourselves on the fast-paced environment that our season creates, and we recognize that if it was not for our people working hard that we would not be as successful.
• We strive to deliver the best fruit products available and to be a valued partner in every one of our customer's successes.
• We take the time to build a relationship with our customers and make sure we are producing and delivering the best products specific to your needs.

PHYSICAL AND/OR MENTAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to:

• Work in an environment where there can be medium to loud noise and cold temperatures in production areas.
• Frequent stand and walk, and use of hands, fingers, and arms to pull, reach, twist, and lift-ability to sit and use a computer for most of your day.
• Will spend most of the day seated using computers.
• Other duties as assigned require repetitive tasks, duties, or assignments.
• Work flexible/varying schedules to support the team and deadlines.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Applicants must be fully authorized to work in the U.S. and physically be in the U.S.

Wawona Frozen Foods is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected factor.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

NOTICE TO RECRUITERS, EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES, AND/OR VENDORS

Please note that Wawona Frozen Foods does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or vendors. Without a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Wawona Frozen Foods will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. If a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without Wawona Frozen Foods' authorization, Wawona Frozen Foods is without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Wawona Frozen Foods. Verbal commitments from any Wawona Frozen Food employees will not be considered binding terms. This applies to all Wawona Frozen Foods locations and offices. It is the responsibility of all third-party recruiters and vendors to know this policy.