Ag Controller

SUMMARY:  The Agricultural Controller is responsible for overseeing the financial health of agricultural operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and implementing effective cost control measures. This role involves collaborating with various departments to enhance operational efficiency and profitability.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Limoneira’s job descriptions describe the key areas of responsibility, but do not attempt to describe all activities or areas of responsibility.  In most cases the description covers approximately 80% of an individual's daily, weekly or monthly job duties.

• Maintain monthly Actual vs Budget P&L’s for each division.
• Maintain monthly/annual forecast for So. Farming
• Monthly Financial review meetings
• So Farming “Total Spend” schedule to assist in budgeting process
• Track lemon production/wash analysis by block
• Maintain other historical analysis and schedules as requested by VP of Farming and CEO
• Accounts Payable – code and approve farming related invoices
• Expense analysis – SAGE query, GLYDIMA
• Inventory cultural cost analysis, monthly adjusting entry
• Maintain monthly expense worksheets, such as Edison, purchased water, pump expense, etc
• Tracking of H2A Labor -
• Responsible for maintaining Farming Database
• Responsible for maintaining Analytical Allocations in Sage
• Avocado – maintaining spreadsheets tracking production, revenue accrual by block/ranch
• Lemon Ranch revenue – maintain spreadsheet tracking revenue by block/ranch
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) relevant to agricultural operations.
• Maintain inventory – prepaid farming supplies
• Responsible for monthly expense accruals
• Attend weekly farming meetings
• Identify prepaid expense and expense accruals
• Address financial queries and provide expert advice on financial matters.

Other task and projects as requested by VP Grower Services or Management

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Must have a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or equivalent; 10 years of accounting experience and at least 5 years recent experience in accounting supervision, experience with the monthly financial closing process, knowledge and experience in the preparation of consolidated financial statements, experience in the year-end financial audit process; must possess a valid California Class C driver’s license and maintain a clean DMV record.

• SKILLS and ABILITIES:

Must be computer literate in Microsoft Office and have an excellent understanding of accounting software; must have a financial understanding and budgeting experience; must be able to sort through data and understand the information; knowledge of Citrus Industry preferred; must be able to mentor and coach employees; must be able to collaborate with other individuals, functions and departments to achieve Limoneiras’ business goals; bilingual in Spanish is desirable

• PERSONAL TRAITS:

Must be able to manage time and priorities; must be able to multi-task; must be clear and understandable when communicating verbally or in writing; must be able to demonstrate a positive attitude; must be able to maintain a neat work area; must be able to communicate openly and in a timely manner; must be able to work successfully in a team atmosphere; must be able to prioritize work; must be able to make independent decisions; must be able to work in a dynamic environment and function under pressure; must be able to accept constructive criticism; must represent Limoneira in a professional manner (must display professionalism and politeness when speaking to auditors and colleagues)

• REASONING ABILITY:

Must be able to compare and contrast different values; must be able to make decisions regarding differing information; must be able to trace and correct errors

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will need sit and/or stand for long periods of time.  In addition, the employee must have dexterity in the hands, fingers, and feet.  The employee must be able to reach with both arms and hands, must be able to twist from left to right and right to left from waist and turn neck both left and right.  The employee must occasionally lift up to 30 pounds, must have normal or corrected 20/40 eyesight, and be able to talk and hear. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This is an indoor, office position.  The office may be cold at times and warm at other times.