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$126,900.00 - $164,700.00JOB OVERVIEW:
The Grower Accounting Sr. Finance Manager will be responsible for grower reporting and accounting functions and supervision of the grower accounting team. The Grower Accounting Sr. Finance Manager will operate as a key member of the Blue Diamond finance leadership team reporting to the SVP Finance.This position will ensure accurate and timely payments to growers, perform proper accounting of all grower payment settlements as well as timely account reconciliations. Responsibilities will also include on-going communication and education of the Member Relations staff related to the different payment
programs and contracts with member growers. Responsibilities will also include an in depth understanding and oversight of the GIS (Grower Information System) tool (custom BDG Tool). Presents progress payments and other analysis on a regular basis to the BDG Leadership Team and to The Board of
Directors.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Ensure timely and accurate disbursement to growers in accordance with the provisions included in the payment plans and programs as well as any specific details included in each of the grower contracts. Including and not limited to deployment of funds to different entities, specific tonnage, or variety commitments.
- Ensures financial information for our grower clients is prepared in a timely and accurate fashion in accordance with their specific contracts. Work with Regional Managers to update and amend grower contracts to reflect updated and most accurate agreements.
- Supervise and lead the grower accounting team giving direction on all aspects of grower payments. Ensure accuracy and alignment with commitments, troubleshoot any issues that arise. Supervise GIS inputs and ensure accuracy of reports and outputs.
- Communicate with growers regarding payment for deliveries, prepare weekly delivery advances in a timely and accurate manner. Process appropriate deductions from grower accounts.
- Compiling and preparing work papers (1099 / K1) to support the grower’s preparation of their U.S. Federal and State income tax. Assist on special projects as needed, including preparation for quarterly board meetings.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Accounting or Finance.
- Minimum 10 years of finance level experience. The successful candidate will have broad-based accounting experience.
- Excellent communication and influencing skills are vital for success in this role. It requires the ability to establish credibility, build constructive relationships and impact cross-functionally at all levels in the organization. It also requires the ability to synthesize, simplify and present complex information and concepts to non-financial audiences.
- Developed financial and business analytical skills and attention to detail are required; to understand and interpret business results and plans, and to provide insights to improve business results and grower returns.
- Must be knowledgeable in standard business software (MS Office, ERPs) to at least an intermediate level, and with the aptitude to quickly become an advanced user. SAP experience preferred. Requires knowledge of business intelligence system.
- Frequent sitting at a computer terminal. Regular visual concentration for reading, reviewing reports and on-screen data.
SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS:
- 1 - 5
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Typical office environment and may require occasional manufacturing area visits.
Blue Diamond Growers is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer
EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability
WHY BLUE DIAMOND?
In addition to working at the world’s largest, state-of-the-art almond manufacturer, we offer a safe and collaborative team environment, with numerous opportunities for free training and career advancement. Check out the BDG Benefits, Health & Wellness Guide HERE .
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Blue Diamond Growers (BDG) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. BDG provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, or genetic information. BDG also complies with all provisions of the U.S. Government's Executive Order 11246 dated September 24, 1965 and the rules, regulations and relevant orders of the Secretary of Labor.Similar Jobs
What We Do
Blue Diamond Growers is on a global mission to share the benefits of almonds with the world. Blue Diamond Growers is the world's largest almond processing and marketing company. We are the world’s leading almond brand, and we’re focused on building markets and creating new products to deliver the benefits of almonds to the world. Made up of more than 3,000 growers, we’re cooperatively owned by half of the state's almond growers who produce over 80 percent of the world almond supply. The California almond crop is marketed to all 50 states and more than 90 foreign countries, making almonds California's largest food export, the sixth largest U.S. food export and the #1 specialty crop in America. We keep that market-leading position by remaining strategically ahead of the curve, with continual innovations in our award-winning processing plants and information technology systems that have grown by leaps and bounds to support global growth. Our biggest point of differentiation, though, is our people. Through cooperation and teamwork, we, the Almond People as we’re affectionately known, deliver the best-tasting, highest-value almonds and almond products in the world. This is an exciting time at Blue Diamond where every team member can showcase their talents and contribute in new and innovative ways to drive accomplishments. The opportunity is here for each of us to step up, take our futures in hand and find new ways to achieve at Blue Diamond. We’re building on our strengths, learning as we go, trusting one another and realizing unprecedented levels of success. Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
