Produce Careers Inc.
Executive Recruiter at Produce Careers, Inc
A well-established produce Grower/Shipper/Packer is searching for a Controller to join their team in the Accounting department. As the Controller, you will be responsible for the production and maintenance of accurate financial records, overseeing the month‑end close procedures, ensuring compliance with GAAP and lender covenants, assisting with the preparation of the annual budget, reforecasts, and various projections, managing the year‑end audit and tax return preparation, assisting with buyer due diligence requests during a sale, and supporting the CFO in various financial functions.
This position requires meticulous attention to detail, strong organizational and communication skills, a solid foundation in accounting principles, and a high proficiency in Excel and financial systems. The Controller must be energetic, work at a high pace with sleeves rolled up, take ownership of the department and its work product, and promote a positive culture within the department and the company.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Oversee the daily & routine financial processes and ensure effective internal controls are in place, continuously optimizing efficiency.
Oversee non‑routine and financial statement close processes, ensuring effective internal controls and optimization of efficiency.
Ensure the timeliness and accuracy of the monthly financial statement close process (i.e., 5 business days), including detailed review of the monthly financial package and supporting workpapers.
Ensure compliance with lender reporting deadlines, including assistance with the preparation of underlying data.
Oversee the year‑end audit and tax return processes.
Assist with the production and implementation of the annual budget.
Assist with investor due diligence requests.
Assist with the annual business insurance renewal process.
Supervise and develop 4 direct reports (2 senior accountants and 2 staff), including conducting periodic performance evaluations.
Assist with special projects as necessary.
Maintain confidentiality of sensitive financial information.
Skills and Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in accounting required (Master’s preferred).
CPA license.
3+ years of Public Accounting (audit) experience preferred.
3+ years of Controllership experience (manufacturing/distribution and/or agriculture preferred).
Strong knowledge of GAAP fundamentals and accounting principles.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
Experience with ERP systems.
Ability to think outside the box and challenge the status quo.
Self‑reliant.
Compensation Base pay range: $150,000.00/yr – $200,000.00/yr
Bonus, Medical Benefits, 401(k), Relocation Assistance
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Accounting / Auditing
Industries Manufacturing and Agriculture, Construction, Mining Machinery Manufacturing
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This position requires meticulous attention to detail, strong organizational and communication skills, a solid foundation in accounting principles, and a high proficiency in Excel and financial systems. The Controller must be energetic, work at a high pace with sleeves rolled up, take ownership of the department and its work product, and promote a positive culture within the department and the company.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Oversee the daily & routine financial processes and ensure effective internal controls are in place, continuously optimizing efficiency.
Oversee non‑routine and financial statement close processes, ensuring effective internal controls and optimization of efficiency.
Ensure the timeliness and accuracy of the monthly financial statement close process (i.e., 5 business days), including detailed review of the monthly financial package and supporting workpapers.
Ensure compliance with lender reporting deadlines, including assistance with the preparation of underlying data.
Oversee the year‑end audit and tax return processes.
Assist with the production and implementation of the annual budget.
Assist with investor due diligence requests.
Assist with the annual business insurance renewal process.
Supervise and develop 4 direct reports (2 senior accountants and 2 staff), including conducting periodic performance evaluations.
Assist with special projects as necessary.
Maintain confidentiality of sensitive financial information.
Skills and Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in accounting required (Master’s preferred).
CPA license.
3+ years of Public Accounting (audit) experience preferred.
3+ years of Controllership experience (manufacturing/distribution and/or agriculture preferred).
Strong knowledge of GAAP fundamentals and accounting principles.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
Experience with ERP systems.
Ability to think outside the box and challenge the status quo.
Self‑reliant.
Compensation Base pay range: $150,000.00/yr – $200,000.00/yr
Bonus, Medical Benefits, 401(k), Relocation Assistance
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Accounting / Auditing
Industries Manufacturing and Agriculture, Construction, Mining Machinery Manufacturing
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