Grower Payable Specialist

Job Title:

Grower Payable Specialist

Position Type:

Permanent

Job Description

Job Purpose:

Under the direction of the Grower Accounting Manager, this position will be responsible for performing both routine and non-routine accounting functions for Always Fresh Farms.

Duties:

• Assists with all aspects of grower accounting operations and accounting reports and projects as necessary.

• Prepare weekly grower pricing for assigned regions using various reports and excel.

• Set up new suppliers and subledgers in ERP

• Review all charges by lot and verify all applicable expenses have been accounted for

• Prepare Settlements and Advances for assigned regions

• Responsible for researching and verifying all activities for assigned region. Ensuring that everything is filed and maintained accurately to ensure complete supplier records.

• Review and analyze Payment Reports and Remittance prior to submitting to supervisor

• Prepare and complete reports and projects as requested on an ad-hoc basis

• Provide input to ensure grower accounting systems and processes are continually streamlined via process improvement to achieve greater efficiency and accuracy.

• Review of Grower & Supplier Detail balances on a weekly basis

• Learning how to work as part of the grower accounting team to compile and analyze data, track information, and support the company or grower and suppliers.

• Work effectively and efficiently in cross-functional departments including sales, operations, logistics, shipping and receiving.

• Ability to work proactively, prioritize tasks and to manage time effectively

Skills/Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree in accounting or finance preferred

• 2+ years of experience within the accounting field

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Excel (pivots, lookups, etc.)

• Basic knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles

• Strong attention to detail and a desire to assume new responsibilities

• Ability to handle confidential information in a professional manner

• Punctual, regular, and consistent attendance, and ability to work overtime, nights, and weekends if needed

• Excellent oral and written communication skills; with responsive feedback at all times

• Must be able to read, speak, and write in English

• Fluent in Spanish a plus, but not required