Job Summary: The Accounting Manager reports to the Director of Finance and assumes a supporting role in tasks related to efficient maintenance and accurate processing of all financial transactions. The Accounting Manager is responsible for timely and accurate processing related to accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, cash reconciliations, inventory, fixed assets reconciliations and general ledger entries. The Accounting Manager is involved in various financial analyses in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. The Accounting Manager will work closely with the Accounts Payable and Receivable Specialist, Accounting Coordinator and Assistant, Financial Accountant, Operations and Sales Department. The Accounting Manager will be assisting the Director of Finance on multiple accounting and finance duties and financial reporting.
Education & Experience
Bachelor of Science in Accounting, Finance, or related field orAssociate degree plus a minimum of 5 years of accounting/finance working experience may be considered in lieu of formal education. Minimum 5 years experience supervising accounting/ administrative staff.Must have a minimum of 4 years experience working with accounting software. Must have knowledge of Finance and Accounting principles and practices.Knowledge of Statement of Financial Accounting Standards (SFAS)Must be proficient in MS Office with advanced Excel modeling skills.Supervision and team leadership skills
Proficiency with Audits.Experience with Financial Reporting Requirements.
Minimum Required Qualifications:
Must be able to manage company confidential information.Must be self-motivated, able to work in a fast-paced environment, and able to take the initiative.Adept at working independently and cross-functionality.Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with impeccable multi-tasking abilities.Must have exceptional excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality at all levels within the organization and outside parties. Must have excellent communication skills.Must have excellent multi-tasking skills.Must have excellent organizational skills.Must be an excellent team player.Ability to multitask and work under pressure and time constrained situations and adapt to quickly changing priorities across multiple projects.Must be reliable, punctual and have schedule flexibility including working weekends and off-shifts as needed (e.i inventory control project). Must be able to comply with company attendance and punctuality policy.Must be able to fulfill essential job functions in a consistent state of alertness and safe manner.Must adhere to a drug and alcohol zero tolerance policy. Must be able to comply with and follow all food safety, and third-party certification policies (SQF, Gluten-Free and Organic, etc.).
Method of Training: on-the-job training
General Job responsibilities Orientation and on the job
Job Description ReviewCompany policies and procedures including GMPs.Mi Rancho products and specificationsReview of Mi Rancho CustomersPurchase Order TrainingAR/AP Process FlowMi Ranchos Finance and full accounting structure and processCustomer Relation Matters.Mi Rancho Software training Food Safety Practices & Policies (e.g., HACCP, Food Safety, GMPs, Food Fraud/Defense, Allergens, Organic, Gluten Free)Injury & Illness Prevention Program. Will receive general training and orientation that may include:
1. Company rules and regulations.
2. Plant Safety and Emergency Procedures
3. OSHA Required Safety Programs

Essential Functions/ Duties and Responsibilities:
Responsible for assisting the Director of Finance in managing Accounting and Finance projects following the established deadlines and guidelines.Supervises, mentors/coaches and trains accounting staff.Conducts performance reviews, disciplinary actions, and approves time off requests for accounting staff. Participates in department recruitment and selection process of new staff.Prepare and record asset, liability, revenue, expenses, and cost journal entries by compiling and analyzing account information, understand the nature of the balances, follow up on open items, and fix any discrepancies.Maintain and balance general ledger and subsidiary accounts by verifying, allocating, posting, reconciling transactions by cost center and their related expenses; resolving discrepancies and ensure all relevant information is available for financial statement preparation.Maintain the Fixed Asset and associated depreciation schedules, create monthly detail journal entries; ensure proper recording of new purchases and disposals of fixed assets and Capital expenditures and keep accurate records of fixed asset inventory.Assist the Financial Accountant with month-end closing activities and account reconciliations to ensure proper accounting for revenues, operating and corporate expenses, inventory, and capital expenditures, as well as year-end close, including external audit related tasks.Ensure all transactions are in accordance with GAAP and internal policies and procedures are followed and communicated.Identify any potential accounting issues or problems to bring to the attention of the Director of Finance.
Protect organization's value by keeping information confidential.Perform monthly Cash and Bank Reconciliations.
Responsible for overseeing and assisting Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Billback Coordinator and Accounting Assistant duties.Review Customer and Vendor Applications, W9, COI, References, and other informationTrade Promotion Contract Review, Setup, and ReconciliationReview, analyze, and provide communication for purchase orders, agreement changes, and vendor transitions to ensure accountability, accurate costs and timely payments.Planning, reviewing, and collecting data to determine costs of business activity such as raw material purchases, inventory, labor and manufacturing costs.
Communicating with multiple departments and understanding of multiple cost processes, establish best practices and improve process effectiveness.Assist in supervising Perpetual Inventory system.
Coordinate with CS Team Lead for coverage of pones/front office door. Other duties as assigned.

Location:
Mi Rancho, Elk Grove, CA- On Site (Non-Remote)
Travel Requirements:
0%
Typical Working Conditions, Equipment Used, and Essential Physical Tasks:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Regularly required to sit in front of a computer/desk station most of the shift. Climb stairs/steps, kneel, squat, to perform paperwork filing.Lifting/carrying/pushing file boxes weighing up to 30 lbs. Performing repetitive tasks, including use of a computer, filing, answering of phones
This job description may not be complete and is subject to change at any time without notice.
For additional information about our company, go towww.mirancho.com.
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