Administrative Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Employment Type: Hourly
Shift: First  
Work Arrangement:  Onsite 

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for the daily analysis, review and closeout of all manufacturing workorders.  In addition, this position will support the Supervisor Accounting with Month-end closing / reporting, variance analysis, capital project tracking / close-out, and any timekeeping responsibilities (as required).   

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Manufacturing Accounting : Closeout and review all maufacturing workorders relative to the manufacturing accounting process.  Work with production in the manufacturing accounting process by offereing training, guidance and information.  This position also requires working closely with the production controllers in the closeout of workorders.

Capital Projects : Responsible for the fixed asset process. Review all capital projects, assuring that each project is complete relative to approved Rfe's, purchase orders, invoices and approvals.  Prepare closeout folders both physically and electronically.  Work with Engineering to assure that all documentation is complete.

Month-end Closing : Work with General Accounting within the month-end close process.  Responsible for preparing journal entries, substantiated with proper documentation.  Analyze General Ledger accounts, preparing month end accruals.  Work with the Financial Analyst, making sure that all entries have been entered , posted .  Review of plant's financial performance with Finance Team.

Other Duties: Other duties as assigned and required in support of the Accounting Supervisor / Finance Manager. Including but not limited to: accounts payable, timekeeping, payroll, ad-hoc analysis, and budget/forecast support.

Education and Experience:

• Business Degree with emphasis in Accounting perferred but not necessary
• 2 years of accounting relevant experience required.
• Applicable business experience within a manufacturing environment is preferred.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Self starter with proficiency in Excel.  
• Ability to focus and prioritize is essential.
• Accounting knowledge, attention to detail, and problem solving skills important for analysis functions.  
• Communication skill are important to convey accounting information.
• Proven ability to problem solve and make substantive improvements.

Why Join Us:
Ventura Foods innovates and manufactures food solutions for foodservice and retail businesses.  We make exclusive products for the world's most iconic restaurants and retailers, we provide ready-to-go product solutions for professional kitchens, and we make consumer brands everyone knows and loves.  When you work for Ventura Foods, you get a strong foundation of training, a manager who cares about you and celebrates your success, a safe environment, and challenging work.  As part of our team, your future is limited only by how much you’re willing to push yourself to get there.  We invest in your growth because you invest in ours.  

Ventura Foods offers career growth opportunities as well as competitive compensation and benefits:​

• Medical, Prescription, Dental, & Vision – coverage beginning on your 1st day for eligible employees​
• Profit Sharing and 401(k) matching (after eligible criteria is met)​
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays​
• Employee Appreciation Events​ and Employee Assistance Programs

Physical Demands:
All jobs require sufficient physical strength and dexterity to perform the required task(s) and typically also require at a minimum: intermittent sitting, standing, walking, climbing, squatting, kneeling, pushing, and pulling.  Occasional lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds or more with assistance may also be required.  Please see the job description for specific requirements.

Work Environment:
Please see the job description for specific requirements of the position for which you are applying.

Typical shifts are 8-12 hours per day.   Additional unscheduled time after hours and on weekends may also be required.  Employees must be willing and able to wear personal protective equipment as required by Company policy and/or legal requirements.  In addition, certain jobs may require employees to:

• Work outside and/or in adverse temperatures which could include extreme heat, cold, and humidity;
• Be exposed to vibrations, chemicals used in operations, fumes and food allergens (may include soy, dairy and other allergens); and
• Be required to work in confined and dark spaces, and at heights in excess of 18 feet.

Diversity & Inclusion:
Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive environment in which all employees are treated with respect is evident in our company culture and values.  We believe that fostering an environment of inclusion and a focus on diversity across our organization is vital to attracting top talent, driving innovation, and meeting the high expectations of our customers in a rapidly evolving global marketplace

Ventura Foods is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.