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Job Summary:

This position is responsible, under the direction of the Plant Manager, for policies and programs relating to personnel, staff development, employee recruitment, wage & salary administration, and maintaining effective means of communications between local management and employees. The HR Manager is also responsible for the oversight of benefits administration, labor scheduling, training, and payroll functions within the plant.  This position must ensure compliance with all applicable state and federal regulations.

Located in Pasco, Washington, this processing plant is a vegetable processing facility which produces Roasted Vegetables, Mashed Potatoes, Dehydrofrozen Potatoes and Corn.

In addition, the individual in this position must demonstrate initiative, creativity and be self-motivated; along with having the ability to train others when needed. Work relationships and communication are key ingredients to the success of the individual holding this position.

Responsibilities:

1. Responsible for recruitment, hiring, and retention of a qualified workforce; create job descriptions, interview process, and selection recommendations to management. Advise location’s management in the maintenance of employment procedures and practices at local levels designed to attract qualified employees for plant and administrative positions.
2. Coordinates wage & salary administration with Plant managers and the Corporate Office; sees that wages and salaries are maintained at competitive area levels and that such wage and salary programs are administered soundly; makes recommendations to the management staff on salary ranges for plant and administrative personnel. Update hourly wage brackets and salary pay grades accordingly.
3. Advise managers and supervisory personnel on a case by case basis regarding progressive discipline procedures. Monitor all probations and involuntary terminations.
4. Responsible for any required personnel reporting, including the annual EEO-1 report.
5. Coordinate and supervise the company’s use of external employment sources and programs.
6. Responsible for the administration and information of fringe benefits, including but not limited to insurance, vacations, paid holidays, and education assistance programs.
7. Establish and maintains open communications lines between all staff levels and Corporate Office. Provide access to management for hourly and non-supervisory personnel. Act as mediator with employee relations issues or instances of internal policies non-compliance.
8. Develops a proactive and professional HR Department and staff. Assures proper implementation and delivery of benefits administration, labor scheduling, training, and payroll functions by subordinates.
9. Coordinates employee performance management program including appraisals for hourly and salaried employees.
10. Assists in the development and administration of internal training programs for supervisors and hourly personnel.
11. Develops and maintains various reports for management actions (e.g., recruiting/manning, labor, discipline, turnover/retention, etc.).
12. Researches and analyzes changes in Human Resource laws, regulations, trends, and pertinent information in the field. Keep informed on laws and regulations affecting conditions of employment and employee relations and collaborate with appropriate committees and Corporate Office on any related policies and/or practices.
13. Ensures fair and consistent administration of company policies.
14. Ensures self and all HR staff are performing in an efficient, effective and safe manner.
15. Ensures communication and interface with support departments is carried out in a participative and professional manner, that is conducive with operational goals.
16. Conducts oneself in a professional manner, ensures confidentiality regarding sensitive issues and consistently adheres to the standards necessary to successfully perform the job functions.
17. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education and/or Experience Required – Bachelors Degree (B.A. or B.S.) from four-year college or university plus three years related experience and/or training, OR equivalent combination of education, experience, and skills needed to successfully perform the essential job functions.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Required

• Highly competent knowledge level of Human Resources regulations, policies, procedures, and practices is essential.
• In-depth knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations including, but not limited to: ADA, EEO, FLSA, FMLA, HIPAA, I-9’s, OSHA, and related matters.
• Proficient understanding of Company policies and regulations concerning personnel, safety, security, and employee handbooks.
• Possess highly effective analytical, negotiation, managerial, and problem solving skills.
• Possess intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills.
• Proficient with basic math skills.
• Strong communication skills, including facilitation with teams and/or large groups, and direct interface with customers.
• Ability to make quick and effective decisions in line with the plant goals and objectives.
• Ability to supervise others by demonstrating coaching and leadership skills. Ability to identify opportunities for improvement and apply them effectively.
• Ability to demonstrate strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, to manage tasks, delegate, lead groups, and work with people from various functions/ departments
• Ability to maintain an acceptable attendance and safety record.
• Ability to work and communicate effectively with diverse staff in order to accomplish Plant goals and objectives.
• Ability to effectively work on multiple assignments, while responding to frequent interruptions and changing priorities.

Desired Qualifications:

• Bilingual Skills (English/Spanish) are desired.
• PHR/SPHR certificate preferred.

Job Summary:

The Senior Grower Accountant is responsible for the management of the overall financial accuracy of grower related accounts. He/she manages the daily inventory accounting function and will work closely with the managers in the Accounting Department to prepare accurate financial statements, meet compliance requirements and prepare the Company for growth.  As our Senior Grower Accountant, you will play an instrumental role in our business, assuming responsibility for a variety of challenging projects that will make a positive impact on our ability to serve our customers. This is a high profile role and the individual will work directly with the Senior Executive team in developing and refining accounting policies and procedures

The Senior Grower Accountant provides interface with production and management in identifying grower related issues and helps provide support in reconciling and paying growers in a timely matter, as well as managing raw inventory across a number of affiliated entities. The Grower Accountant is responsible for effective communication with Farm Management and Grower Partners, along with the daily processing of subsidiary ledger and general ledger transactions. This position requires the exercise of discretion and independent judgment on significant matters. 

SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Provides in depth analysis of financial results and prepares management reports. Collects, analyzes and utilizes key performance metrics critical to the operation’s success. Provides detailed support to various corporate accounting team members.
• Oversee and contribute to the preparation of raw materials inventory related information for financial statements (P&Ls, Balance Sheets, Statement of Cash Flows, ROI) and all other reports required by management.
• General ledger account research; Accounts payable; Accounts receivable; Troubleshooting.
• Developing relationships with growers.
• Maintaining organized files, tracking planting/harvest Crop Schedules
• Reconcile statements related to assessments, inspections and growers
• Producing and analyzing various management reports
• Verify invoices as appropriate
• Direct and monitor inventory storage in multiple locations
• Complete month end inventory valuations
• Provide feedback on prime production variances
• Assist in raw material standard costing and budgeting
• Other duties as assigned

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• High aptitude for Financial Analysis
• Effective communication with Farm Management, Co-workers and Growers
• Professional and friendly attitude is important for Grower Relations
• Knowledge of subsidiary ledger and general ledger accounting
• Intermediate to Advanced knowledge of Windows and MS Office (particularly Excel)
• Intermediate to Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics NAV
• Strong organizational skills; Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Must be able to work in a fast paced environment and meet deadlines

EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:

• 3 to 5 years in general Accounting

Job Summary:

We are looking for an experienced Senior accountant to oversee general accounting operations by controlling and verifying our financial transactions. Senior accountant responsibilities include reconciling account balances and bank statements, maintaining general ledger and preparing month-end close procedures. A successful Senior accountant combines excellent analytical skills with a thorough knowledge of accounting principles to analyze financial reports and forecasts. Senior accountant duties include ensuring accuracy and effectiveness in all of our accounting tasks.

Responsibilities

• Verify, allocate, post and reconcile accounts payable and receivable
• Produce error-free accounting reports and present their results
• Analyze financial information and summarize financial status
• Spot errors and suggest ways to improve efficiency and spending
• Provide technical support and advice on Management accountant
• Review and recommend modifications to accounting systems and procedures
• Manage accounting assistants and bookkeepers
• Participate in financial standards setting and in forecast process
• Provide input into department’s goal setting process
• Prepare financial statements and produce budget according to schedule
• Assist with tax audits and tax returns
• Direct internal and external audits to ensure compliance
• Plan, assign and review staff’s work
• Support month-end and year-end close process
• Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls
• Ensure compliance with GAAP principles
• Liaise with our Financial manager and Accounting manager to improve financial procedures

Skills

• Proven experience as a financial controller, accounting supervisor, chief or senior accountant
• Thorough knowledge of basic accounting procedures
• In-depth understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Awareness of business trends
• Familiarity with financial accounting statements
• Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year-end close process
• Hands-on experience with accounting software packages, like FreshBooks and QuickBooks
• Advanced MS Excel skills including Vlookups and pivot tables
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Aptitude for numbers and quantitative skills
• BS degree in Accounting, Finance or relevant
• Relevant certification (e.g. CMA or CPA) will be preferred

Education Required

• Bachelor’s degree in either Finance or Accounting

Experience Required

• 4+ years of experience in general accounting or finance related field.
• Knowledge of accounting principles (US GAAP, Controlling, and/or Corporate Finance matters).
• Ability to think analytically and grasp complex structures; conceptual skills, applying critical thinking.
• High degree of integrity, high initiative, and professional judgment.
• Skillful in Microsoft Office products (e.g. Excel, Word, etc.) and ability to learn new software.
• Good communication skills with strong reasoning;
• CPA and/or CIA or equivalent professional credential is a plus.

Job Summary:

This position leads the developing of internal audit function across all our related entities.  Must be a self-starter, result oriented and capable of working independently.  Responsibilities include creating and implementing audit, risk, and compliance programs across the organization. This person will have broad exposure to the operations of the Company, interacting with leaders across Finance, Legal, HR, Operations and with our external auditor. This individual must possess the skills to understand business processes, assess the control environment, implement process improvements, and champion best practices. The position will be responsible for implementing the process documentation and testing along with communicating findings and recommendations to local and corporate management. Research, communication and collaboration skills will be instrumental to the success of this role.

Essential Functions:

• Lead on the development and implementation of principles, programs and tools for the audit areas within Accounting and Compliance.
• Gain understanding of finance and compliance related processes, perform risk-based audit testing, and prepare audit work-papers and reports.
• Execute special investigations and process improvements on ad-hoc basis.
• Draft high quality audit findings tailored to specific needs of the entity in a timely manner.
• Discuss and present draft findings to both local and corporate management.
• Perform requested follow-up procedures as necessary.

Qualifications:

Education Required

• Bachelor’s degree in either Finance or Accounting

Experience Required

• 5+ years of experience in general accounting or finance related field.
• 2 years of auditing experience
• Knowledge of accounting principles (US GAAP, Controlling, and/or Corporate Finance matters).
• Ability to think analytically and grasp complex structures; conceptual skills, applying critical thinking.
• High degree of integrity, high initiative, and professional judgment.
• Skillful in Microsoft Office products (e.g. Excel, Word, etc.) and ability to learn new software.
• Good communication skills with strong reasoning;
• High flexibility and willingness to travel up 40%, primarily within Washington, Oregon & Idaho.
• CPA and/or CIA or equivalent professional credential is a plus.

Job Summary:

The Controller is responsible for the general ledger accounting, cost accounting, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and in maintaining and developing internal controls for National Frozen Foods (NFF) facilities (4 seasonal plants and 2 year-around packaging centers).  Develops and maintains accounting policies and procedures to ensure financial reports and other financial information and systems are accurate, in accordance with GAAP, timely, and informative.

The NFF Controller position requires the ability to highlight trends for management. This service oriented position functions as critical support to the Corporate Accounting team and is a pivot point for ensuring accuracy and timeliness in satisfying day-to-day facility and departmental informational needs.

The individual in this position will also have the opportunity to manage/lead all accounting positions in the Renton office and reporting to the executive team in the Pasco office.  The individual must be a quick learner to fully understand the operations to service internal reporting needs, along with having the ability to make decisions based on limited information. In addition, the individual in this position must demonstrate initiative, creativity and be self-motivated; along with having the ability to train others. Effective working relationships and communications are key to the success of this position.

This position requires ease in adapting to quickly changing duties, responsibilities, and priorities. Overtime requirements in this position are common and may be required to meet operational goals.

Essential Job Functions:

1. Carries out ad-hoc, interim, monthly and year-end financial statement preparation and reporting.
2. Provides in depth analysis and reporting of financials.
3. Responsible for accurate set up of plants standard costs.
4. Will have fiduciary responsibilities to include oversight of pension plans, 401(k) plan and banking relations.
5. Authorizes expenditures within established guidelines. Will sign off on invoices over $10,000. Also, check/monitor the daily disbursements report for familiar vendors and proper coding.
6. Manage general accounting, cost accounting, accounts payable and receivable functions. This includes defining expectations, hiring, training, troubleshooting, and maintaining effective working relationships.
7.  Maintain effective working relationship with external vendors and service providers.
8. Able to develop and maintain a system of internal controls.
9. Provides financial support to plant level and executive management regarding ongoing plant improvement projects.
10. Recommends process improvements and works with management and staff to identify cost optimization.
11. Organizes and structures the project performance and goal achievement of staff level accountants.
12. Able to follow safe work practices and policies for an office environment as well as in a manufacturing plant.
13. Will perform other special projects as assigned by the executive leadership team.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education and/or Experience Required

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) in accounting or business from four-year college or university;
• Eight years of progressively responsible practical experience in cost accounting or general accounting;
• OR equivalent combination of education, experience, and skills needed to successfully perform the essential job functions.
• Able to supervise others and meet deadlines

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Required

• Knowledge of GAAP accounting principles, policies, laws, and best practices; processes and techniques.
• Proficient with budgeting and forecasting models
• Effective oral, written communication and intrapersonal skills;
• Able to present information and respond to questions from operations management, clients, customers, and other stakeholders.
• Able to learn and understand complex computer systems and programs.
• Able to work independently, and to effectively manage and direct the work of others.
• Able to develop and maintain a system of internal controls.
• Ability to work with diverse staff to accomplish organizational goals and objectives.
• Ability to effectively work on multiple assignments, while responding to frequent interruptions and changing priorities.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with manufacturing processes are highly desired.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred.