Golden West Food Group
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Base pay range $100,000.00/yr - $110,000.00/yr
Job Position: Senior Accountant
Target Pay Range: $100,000-$110,000/year , depending on level of relevant experience and qualifications
Employment Classification:
Full-Time
About us: Headquartered in Vernon, CA, we are a premium full spectrum manufacturer and distributor of fine food products. Family owned and operated since 1977, our Company offers more than 4,000 products to a variety of customers in both the foodservice and retail channels. We are committed to providing the highest quality food products with an unrelenting commitment to fresh, nutritious ingredients and promotion of eco-friendly business practices.
About the Role: We are a leading, high-growth food manufacturing and distribution company serving national retailers, club stores, and foodservice customers. We produce and distribute a broad portfolio of branded and private-label products, with a strong focus on quality, safety, and innovation. As the business scales, we are investing in our people, processes, and systems to build a best-in-class finance organization.
The Senior Accountant is a key member of the corporate accounting team and plays a critical role in the monthly close, financial reporting, and continuous improvement of our accounting processes. This role is hands‑on and detail‑oriented, with direct ownership of complex reconciliations, journal entries, and analyses across multiple entities, product lines, and locations.
Duties and Responsibilities: Month‑End Close & Financial Reporting
Own and perform key areas of the month‑end close process, including preparation of complex journal entries, accruals, and balance sheet reconciliations.
Prepare and review supporting schedules for inventory, COGS, fixed assets, payroll, and other significant accounts.
Assist with consolidation of multiple entities and preparation of monthly financial statements and management reporting packages.
Analyze variances to budget, forecast, and prior periods; investigate and explain key drivers to finance leadership.
Inventory Accounting
Support accurate recording of manufacturing costs, including labor, overhead, and bill of materials (BOMs).
Perform inventory reconciliations between the ERP, sub‑ledgers, and the general ledger; research and resolve discrepancies.
Controls, Compliance & Process Improvement
Maintain and enhance documentation of accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
Support external financial audits, bank compliance reporting, and other third‑party requests by preparing PBC schedules and responding to inquiries.
Identify opportunities to streamline, automate, and standardize accounting processes (e.g., close calendar, reconciliations, recurring entries).
Assist with system enhancements and ERP projects (such as new modules, reports, or configurations).
Cross‑Functional Support & Ad Hoc Projects
Collaborate with FP&A on forecasting, budgeting support, and ad hoc financial analyses.
Provide accounting support for new products, customers, contracts, and business initiatives (e.g., new co‑manufacturing arrangements, new facilities, or capital projects).
Perform special projects as requested by the Controller, CFO, or senior leadership.
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
3–5 years of progressive accounting experience, public accounting experience a plus.
Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and the full general ledger close process.
Demonstrated experience with balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, and financial statement support.
Intermediate to advanced Excel skills (e.g., lookups, pivot tables, SUMIFS, basic modeling).
Experience working with mid‑ to large‑scale ERPs (e.g., SAP, NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics, Aspen Canopy, or similar).
Excellent attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work with large data sets.
Strong organizational and time‑management skills; able to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
Clear, concise written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively with both finance and non‑finance partners.
CPA or progress toward CPA licensure.
Prior experience in food manufacturing, meat processing, or consumer packaged goods.
Experience participating in ERP implementations, upgrades, or significant system/process changes.
Ownership mindset: Treats areas of responsibility as “their business”; follows issues through to resolution.
Continuous improvement oriented: Always looking for ways to simplify, standardize, and automate.
Collaborative: Comfortable working cross‑functionally with Operations, Supply Chain, FP&A, and other departments.
Hands‑on: Willing to dive into the details while still understanding the big picture.
Integrity & reliability: High ethical standards and a track record of delivering accurate work on time.
Benefits Overview:
Holiday Pay
Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
401k
Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Industries Food and Beverage Manufacturing and Manufacturing
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Base pay range $100,000.00/yr - $110,000.00/yr
Job Position: Senior Accountant
Target Pay Range: $100,000-$110,000/year , depending on level of relevant experience and qualifications
Employment Classification:
Full-Time
About us: Headquartered in Vernon, CA, we are a premium full spectrum manufacturer and distributor of fine food products. Family owned and operated since 1977, our Company offers more than 4,000 products to a variety of customers in both the foodservice and retail channels. We are committed to providing the highest quality food products with an unrelenting commitment to fresh, nutritious ingredients and promotion of eco-friendly business practices.
About the Role: We are a leading, high-growth food manufacturing and distribution company serving national retailers, club stores, and foodservice customers. We produce and distribute a broad portfolio of branded and private-label products, with a strong focus on quality, safety, and innovation. As the business scales, we are investing in our people, processes, and systems to build a best-in-class finance organization.
The Senior Accountant is a key member of the corporate accounting team and plays a critical role in the monthly close, financial reporting, and continuous improvement of our accounting processes. This role is hands‑on and detail‑oriented, with direct ownership of complex reconciliations, journal entries, and analyses across multiple entities, product lines, and locations.
Duties and Responsibilities: Month‑End Close & Financial Reporting
Own and perform key areas of the month‑end close process, including preparation of complex journal entries, accruals, and balance sheet reconciliations.
Prepare and review supporting schedules for inventory, COGS, fixed assets, payroll, and other significant accounts.
Assist with consolidation of multiple entities and preparation of monthly financial statements and management reporting packages.
Analyze variances to budget, forecast, and prior periods; investigate and explain key drivers to finance leadership.
Inventory Accounting
Support accurate recording of manufacturing costs, including labor, overhead, and bill of materials (BOMs).
Perform inventory reconciliations between the ERP, sub‑ledgers, and the general ledger; research and resolve discrepancies.
Controls, Compliance & Process Improvement
Maintain and enhance documentation of accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
Support external financial audits, bank compliance reporting, and other third‑party requests by preparing PBC schedules and responding to inquiries.
Identify opportunities to streamline, automate, and standardize accounting processes (e.g., close calendar, reconciliations, recurring entries).
Assist with system enhancements and ERP projects (such as new modules, reports, or configurations).
Cross‑Functional Support & Ad Hoc Projects
Collaborate with FP&A on forecasting, budgeting support, and ad hoc financial analyses.
Provide accounting support for new products, customers, contracts, and business initiatives (e.g., new co‑manufacturing arrangements, new facilities, or capital projects).
Perform special projects as requested by the Controller, CFO, or senior leadership.
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
3–5 years of progressive accounting experience, public accounting experience a plus.
Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and the full general ledger close process.
Demonstrated experience with balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, and financial statement support.
Intermediate to advanced Excel skills (e.g., lookups, pivot tables, SUMIFS, basic modeling).
Experience working with mid‑ to large‑scale ERPs (e.g., SAP, NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics, Aspen Canopy, or similar).
Excellent attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work with large data sets.
Strong organizational and time‑management skills; able to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
Clear, concise written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively with both finance and non‑finance partners.
CPA or progress toward CPA licensure.
Prior experience in food manufacturing, meat processing, or consumer packaged goods.
Experience participating in ERP implementations, upgrades, or significant system/process changes.
Ownership mindset: Treats areas of responsibility as “their business”; follows issues through to resolution.
Continuous improvement oriented: Always looking for ways to simplify, standardize, and automate.
Collaborative: Comfortable working cross‑functionally with Operations, Supply Chain, FP&A, and other departments.
Hands‑on: Willing to dive into the details while still understanding the big picture.
Integrity & reliability: High ethical standards and a track record of delivering accurate work on time.
Benefits Overview:
Holiday Pay
Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
401k
Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Industries Food and Beverage Manufacturing and Manufacturing
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