Accountant I at The Wonderful Company

Delano, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Mar, 26

Salary

80000.0

Posted On

19 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

General Ledger Analysis, Account Reconciliations, Month-End Close Activities, Inventory Valuation, Internal Audits, Process Improvements, GAAP Fundamentals, Analytical Skills, Excel Proficiency, Problem-Solving, Communication Skills, Attention to Detail, Organizational Skills, Team Collaboration, Cost Accounting, Data Analysis

Industry

Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Description

Company Description Wonderful Citrus is North America’s leading integrated grower, shipper and packer of fresh citrus, including clementines/mandarins, navel and Valencia oranges, lemons, limes, grapefruits, and other citrus varieties. Wonderful Citrus farms more than 74,000 acres of fresh citrus and has supplier relationships around the world to ensure a year-round supply. Our citrus can be found in all channels of distribution, with our consumer brands most visible in the produce department of grocery stores across the globe under our flagship consumer brands, Wonderful Halos Mandarins, Wonderful Seedless Lemons, and Wonderful Sweet Scarletts Texas Red Grapefruit. Job Description Overview: The GL Staff Accountant plays a key role in supporting the daily operations of the accounting department. This position is responsible for performing a variety of accounting tasks, including general ledger analysis, account reconciliations, month-end close activities, and supporting internal/external reporting. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Here's what you'll do: Execute month-end close activities, including preparation and posting of journal entries, account reconciliations, variance analysis, and data-driven insights Review and analyze daily costing reports and serve as a point of contact between accounting teams, IT resources and leaders in operations to facilitate timely fixes Oversee inventory valuation and ensure accurate reporting of raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods inventory Support internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations Contribute to special projects and ad hoc initiatives, internal financial reporting and compliance efforts Identify and recommend process improvements and best practices to enhance operational efficiency across business units Pay Range: $71,000 - $80,000 and may include a discretionary bonus. Final compensation will be dependent upon skills and experience. Qualifications Here's what you'll bring to the table: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field Experience with Oracle Fusion preferred; working knowledge of SmartView and/or Power BI is a plus Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret system-generated costing and inventory reports Solid understanding of GAAP fundamentals; cost accounting exposure is a plus Demonstrated ability to review data for accuracy, identify irregularities, and proactively follow up with operations teams to resolve issues Comfortable communicating with production managers and other department leaders; able to clearly explain findings to both accounting and non-accounting personnel High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage recurring monthly tasks with consistency Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, data comparison, and general data analysis) Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities, with a willingness to ask questions and escalate potential costing issues or system concerns Ability to build effective cross-functional relationships and drive accountability across teams Self-motivated, dependable, and comfortable working both independently and within a team environment Internal business or operational knowledge of company processes, products, or inventory flow is a plus Additional Information Wonderful's dedication to you: Competitive benefits package including Medical, Vision, Dental, 401k Continued training and generous Education Reimbursement Program Paid sick, vacation and holiday time Wonderful Giving (www.wonderfulgiving.com) -- allowing you to donate company money to a cause of your choice Why Choose Wonderful? Wonderful Citrus is part of The Wonderful Company, a privately held $6 billion global company dedicated to harvesting health and happiness around the world. Its iconic brands include FIJI Water, POM Wonderful, Wonderful Pistachios, Wonderful Halos, Wonderful Seedless Lemons, Teleflora, and JUSTIN and Lewis Cellars wines. The Wonderful Company’s connection to consumers has health at its heart and giving back in its DNA. To learn more about The Wonderful Company, its products, and its core values, please visit wonderful.com, or follow The Wonderful Company on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram. To learn more about the company’s corporate social responsibility impact, visit csr.wonderful.com. Wonderful Citrus and The Wonderful Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and with opportunities for advancement. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories. EEO is the law - click here for more information I'm interested Wonderful Giving | YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE EEO is the law - click here for more information Compensation: USD71000 - USD80000 - yearly

Responsibilities

The GL Staff Accountant is responsible for executing month-end close activities, including journal entries and account reconciliations. They also oversee inventory valuation and support audits while contributing to process improvements.