Corporate Controller, Innovative Grower

The Visalia Branch of Maleko Personnel has been in the Central Valley for nearly 20 years and we are seeking the right candidate, to contribute immediately to this Very Established, Nationally Accredited, and Innovative Growerand the community it serves. Interviews take place ASAP, and then start when agreed. Local candidates only.

CORPORATE CONTROLLER, 100% Onsite

Base Salary Up to $140K, Bonus, work-life balance, including industry leading time off, work flexibility, and other benefits!

The ideal candidates will have an immediate connection to our Core Ingredients:

• Detailed & Focused: We are hungry for Standardized Accounting Processes.
• Be Proactive & Own It: We think and act as an owner – with appetite, initiative, and responsibility.
• Connection: We build authentic relationships that foster trust and open communications.
• Vibrance: We come to work eager and passionate about fulfilling our vision. When we share our work, we share a part of who we are.

BIG Picture – Overview

• Lead team and responses to audits and preparation of financial statements under GAAP.
• Work with department and senior management to prepare annual budget, review contract budget and quarterly forecast
• Create, maintain, and update accounting policies and procedures, and ensure accounting operation follows Council on Accreditation, with internal controls and segregation of duties
• Drive continuous improvement of processes in all Finance functions
• Ensure that the Finance department reviews necessary statements, documents, and expenditures in compliance with Best Practices and GAAP.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee the activities of the finance team for the accurate and timely dissemination of financial management reports, including: internal and external monthly financial statements and annual budgets.
• Calculate variances from budget and report significant issues to management.
• Coordinate the provision of information to external auditors for the annual audit.
• Establish and maintain systems and controls that verify the integrity of all systems, processes and data, and enhance the company's value.
• Participate in a wide variety of special projects and compile a variety of special reports.
• Perform specialized calculations, operations analysis and modeling financial scenarios.
• Reviews and analyzes monthly actuals against budgets and forecasts.
• Oversee and be responsible for treasury function including cash management and debt.
• Review and monitor contracts for assurance that accounting remains in compliance with all agreements.
• Investigate and respond to owner inquiries as instructed.
• Prepare other reports as directed by the CEO, CFO or owners.
• Conform with and abide by all local, state and federal regulations, filings, reports, policies, work procedures and instructions.
• Oversee internal audit function.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• B.S. degree in accounting or finance
• Minimum 7 years controller experience with 1-year Farming and/or ag processing/food manufacturing accounting.
• Advanced Excel Skills
• At least 7 years of supervisory experience that includes hiring, evaluating staff performance, interpreting and implementing personnel policies related to employee disciplinary procedures.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active CPA license (State of California)
• Knowledge and experience implementing accounting internal control procedures.
• Experience in system implementation including Accounting and Financial Planning and Analysis tools
• Strong interpersonal skills and work effectively with diversified internal and external stakeholders
• Be flexible and open minded to different ideas
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to perform under tight deadlines and work independently
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially advanced Excel skills
• Experience in system implementation including Accounting and Financial Planning and Analysis tools
• Strong interpersonal skills and work effectively with diversified internal and external stakeholders