Accounting Manager Job at Sakata Seed America, INC. in Woodland

JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for the management and oversight of the accounting department including the month-end closing process, financial reporting, and cash management. Maintain the general ledger and prepare financial statements and reports. Responsible for the development, maintenance, and testing of the company-wide internal controls following the established corporate guidelines and SOX/J-SOX requirements. We are seeking a collaborative individual who will oversee daily operations and identify opportunities to optimize processes and procedures.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES*:

• Oversight and management of general ledger accounting activities and expense accounts, including journal entries, accruals, and other accounting transactions.
• Active role in account analysis and reconciliations of balance sheet and P&L accounts.
• Lead, coach, and develop staff and senior accounting professionals.
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and year-end closings accurately. Strive to achieve a monthly consolidation closing process of seven business days.
• Assist in establishing and maintaining accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure compliance with US GAAP.
• Monitor internal controls for all accounting cycles to assure that the company’s overall corporate governance complies with SOX/J-SOX requirements.
• Ensure complete and accurate income tax compliance while getting support from a third-party provider. Collaborate with the manager to implement efficient tax strategies.
• Review consolidated financial fluxes and monthly financial reporting package.
• Prepare and review financial and tax related schedules to support audits; work with auditors to provide data and information for quarterly reviews and year-end audit.
• Preparation of balance sheet budget and financial cash flow forecast.
• Establish objectives and provide on-going feedback.
• Build and maintain business relationships with internal and external partners to proactively identify, research and resolve issues.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business operations.
• Participate in the performance reviews and development plans for the staff.
• Participates in special projects, analysis and ad-hoc tasks as assigned.
• Participate in cross functional team assignments, as needed.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Outstanding interpersonal, leadership, and communications skills are essential.
• Experience in managing and leading teams, business acumen and analytical capabilities.
• Capable of performing effectively in a high-pressure setting with strict deadlines.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP and financial reporting standards.
• A proactive and organized self-starter, skilled at multitasking and detail oriented.

EDUCATIONAL AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business administration required.
• CPA preferred.
• Microsoft Dynamics D365 experience a plus
• Minimum four years’ public accounting experience in a multi-national accounting firm desired.
• Minimum five years’ general accounting leadership in a public company experience desired.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

• Salary: $115,000-$130,000 per year
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance coverage for employees and their families
• Basic Life & AD&D Insurance
• 401k program with company match
• Profit Sharing program (via 401k)
• Holiday & Performance Incentive Bonus program
• Paid Vacation: 10 days per year to start, increases with tenure
• Sick Leave: 1 hour accrued per 30 hours worked for first 30 days, 6.67 hours per month thereafter.
• 14 paid company holidays, 2 floating holidays & birthday off
• Paid Family Leave: 15 days after 12 months of service for FMLA qualifying events
• Company provided EAP
• Company provided subsidy for health/fitness clubs & apps