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Grower Accountant - Stockton, CA
Since 1912, when it was started by a group of California walnut growers, Diamond of California® was on a mission to bring the bounty from California’s Central Valley walnut orchards to America’s tables. From the beginning, we sought out the very best with the knowledge that Diamond Nuts would be used in treasured and new family recipes. Today, we bring a wider range of nuts from our growers and farms to tables worldwide. Now over 105 years later, we are still guided by our belief that Diamond Nuts are Made for Homemade.

Along with our sister company (National Pecan), Diamond of California is part of Diamond Foods, LLC, headquartered in Stockton, California. Diamond Foods is now owned by Blue Road Capital, a private equity firm based in New York, which is focused on holdings in the agricultural space. With the support of Blue Road Capital, Diamond of California is in the midst of a major transformation to create a modern growth brand participating the growing consumer desire to incorporate more plant-based products in their diets, for reasons including health and wellness, taste, texture and variety.

Job Summary:

Responsible for the Grower Accounting function in the prompt processing of services and payments provided to approximately 800 – 1,000 grower accounts held by Diamond Foods, LLC. Reports to Director of Accounting

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Grower Accounting Supervisor oversees the processing and accuracy of all payments to Diamonds contracted growers. The main function of this position is to interact positively with Diamonds growers and ensure that grower payments, services and general ledger accounting related to these activities are accurate and meet the company’s specified deadlines. Maintaining and enhancing the relationship of the Company with the growers is an essential daily role and responsibility of this position. Unusual problems are handled by the incumbent with the assistance of the Information Systems Project Manager and other Grower Services personnel. Finally, understanding the complete process flow from receiving, inspection, and evaluation of our grower’s product in detail is paramount to this position’s success.

In addition, this position is responsible for the accuracy and professional delivery of the services offered to the growers. These services include, but are not limited to: crop assignments, automatic deposits, acceleration and deferred set-up and payments, system maintenance changes applicable to upcoming payments and current or outstanding grower account issues, calendar year end tax statements, 1099 Interest, and month end reconciliations for the associated general ledger accounts.

The position monitors inputs from the Grower Services Administrator to the Walnut Processing System (WPS) for all grower accounts; ensures payment factors communicated by the VP Grower Services are input accurately for all grower payments; resolves issues and monitors grower payments, including all checks and statements. This position is very hands on.

This position performs bookkeeping functions for a related entity that included processing invoices, recording automatic payments, and reimbursement invoicing to Diamond, and bank reconciliations through QuickBooks. This function also includes preparing monthly/quarterly reports and documents for board of directors meeting and yearly audit responsibilities.

Essential Functions:

1. Prepare, process and mail all grower payments (delivery, progress, deferred & acceleration).

2. Monthly analysis of Grower Accounting general ledger accounts.

3. Maintain monthly interest rates and preparation of journal entries for accrued interest

4. Ensure Year-End statements and 1099 INTs are processed accurately.

5. Perform the bookkeeping function for Sequoia Walnut Growers Association.

6. Ensure timely and accurate processing of:

a. Systematic grower account information rollover supporting the current crop year.

b. Outside “Auditor Confirmation Letters” to selected growers.

c. Auditor reviews specific to Grower Accounting general ledger accounts.

d. Input of credits or deductions against grower accounts payable (wet load, underweight charges, association dues, etc.)

e. Prepare monthly reporting and/or payments to walnut industry organizations.f. Grower requests and special projects.

7. Lead Grower Accounting portion of ERP implementation

8. Continue to streamline duties by looking for internal efficiencies, while maintaining positive relationships with growers.

9. Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Qualifications to include experience as an accounting assistant or in an accounts payable environment combined with at least three years’ experience in a manufacturing company. Personal leadership skills including excellent oral and written communications are a must. A Bachelor’s degree in business or equivalent desired. The ideal candidate will have an agribusiness community background or currently work for an agricultural related business.

OTHER IMPORTANT CONSIDERATIONS

• Passion for food manufacturing, transportation and retail distribution is required.
• Loves accounting and sees the function as an exciting career that can make a tangible and positive business impact.
• Loves analyzing trends and convert data into information for decision making.
• Strong desire to learn and use his/her knowledge to solve business problems.

Pre-employment drug testing required. AA/EOE/M/F/D/V.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $60,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Accounting: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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