Financial Operations Specialist

Ocean Spray is hiring for a(n) Financial Operations Specialist! We’re a team of farmers, thinkers, creators, and doers. Whatever your title, whatever your role — it always comes back to this: we’re a farmer‑owned co‑op where everyone rolls up their sleeves to get the job done. Three maverick farmers started it all — and we’ve been making our own way ever since. Position Location: We're all about flexibility! This will be a hybrid role based out of our corporate headquarters in Lakeville, MA with Mondays and Fridays remote. A Day in the Life… Supports or executes payment related activities to Ocean Spray’s Grower-Owners. Supports or executes equity transactions for Ocean Spray’s Grower-Owners. Team participation in the preparation, issuance, and transaction reconciliations regarding tax activities, governance activities, payments and equity transactions. Maintain and update information related to the financial aspects of a contract. Responsible for timely and accurate research and response to grower‑owner inquiries including requests for financial and equity information. Assists with maintenance of a proprietary software application; identifies necessary updates and performs user acceptance testing. Engage with the Grower community to respond to inquiries, resolve issues and provide education on the cooperative model. Assist with accounting activities within the Grower Finance team, including reconciling cash and equity accounts. Learn and participate in governance and compliance functions. What We Are Looking For: Excellent technical skills with strong knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite; knowledge of, or experience with the scrum process of development a plus Individual should possess strong interpersonal, analytical, organizational and communication skills; must have the ability to communicate across all levels of an organization. Must be results oriented with strong attention to detail. Ability to understand and translate legal documents into transactional details. Ability to work in a multi‑tasking and time sensitive environment with the ability to prioritize own work within the overall department needs. Dependable, adaptable and a willingness to learn Display high degree of judgment, discretion and confidentiality Strong customer service skills Preferred Additional experience preferred beyond minimum Beneficial certifications/application knowledge Education Bachelor's or University Degree (Required) Work Experience At least 1 Year of Experience Annual Salary $59,700 - $74,600 The base salary range information above serves as a guideline of the position’s typical hiring range. We value and appreciate what makes you unique and will consider a variety of factors when determining an offer. These factors include, but are not limited to, your skills and experience, external and internal benchmarks, as well as overall company considerations. Certain positions may be eligible for short‑term and long‑term incentive rewards. We also offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports all aspects of your health and well‑being. Benefits Complete insurance package on Day‑1 that includes a plethora of health and wellness programs Health, Dental and Vision insurance Health savings account Flexible spending account Life and accident insurance Employee assistance program Telehealth services 1:1 health coaching Supportive benefits for all the stages of your life 401(k) with up to 6% Company matching; additional potential discretionary match at year‑end Short‑Term Incentive/Performance bonuses Flexible scheduling options Vacation pay, up to three weeks of time (pro‑rated for your first year of employment) Holiday pay for 12 holidays Career development and growth opportunities Tuition/Education assistance programs Access to LinkedIn Learning Scholarship programs for children of employees Parental leave Bright Horizons Family Solutions – Back‑up care, tutoring, etc. Adoption assistance Bereavement leave Up to $300 fitness reimbursement Up to $300 massage reimbursement Employee appreciation events Employee discounts Charitable giving Who We Are You might have our iconic cranberry juice in your fridge or have gotten into heated holiday debate about what’s better - canned or fresh cranberry sauce. But did you know that the hardworking people growing the superfruit in our products are 700 family farmers that own our cooperative? They entrust us with what is most precious to them to create new and innovative products that will delight consumers and grow this beloved brand today and into the future. Team Members, Farmers, Consumers And Communities Alike— we Value What Makes Us Unique And Strive To Connect Our Farms To Families For a Better Life By Living Our Values Grower Mindset – We embrace our grower‑owners innovative spirit and heritage through confidence, learning and focus on the future. Sustainable Results – Guided by purpose, we are focused on delivering results for our grower‑owners. Integrity Above All – We are ethical, doing the right thing for our grower‑owners, customers, consumers and each other Inclusive Teamwork – We build diverse and inclusive teams that strengthen our cooperative. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. For MA Applicants – It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. Any employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ocean Spray Cranberries