Accountant

Position Summary Reporting to the Finance Manager, the Senior Accountant is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial reporting for Olde Thompson. The role leads key aspects of the month‑end close process and supports financial reporting across all manufacturing locations (four plants – three US based and one in Vietnam). Position Responsibilities Accounting Hygiene & Fundamentals Maintain a strong understanding of core balance sheet accounts, including prepaids, accruals, deposits, and deferred items, ensuring accurate classification, amortization, and cutoff Ensure proper accounting and reconciliation of lease‑related balances, including right‑of‑use (ROU) assets and associated liabilities Apply consistent and accurate cutoff practices for revenue, expenses, and liabilities across reporting periods Ensure all balance sheet accounts are supported by clear, audit‑ready documentation with appropriate aging, roll forwards, and explanations of reconciling items Identify, investigate, and resolve aged or unusual balances in a timely manner, escalating issues where appropriate Maintain discipline around journal entry preparation, including proper support, review, and adherence to internal controls Ensure subledger‑to‑general ledger integrity across key cycles (AR, AP, inventory, fixed assets) Maintain consistency in accounting treatment and proactively identify areas requiring policy clarification or improvement Support a clean and efficient close process by minimizing post‑close adjustments and rework Demonstrate ownership of data accuracy within the ERP environment and ensure transactions are recorded in the correct period and accounts Close & Financial Reporting Lead assigned components of the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations Own balance sheet accounts, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and timely reconciliation with appropriate supporting documentation Perform detailed variance analysis (P&L, balance sheet, WC, and FC) and provide clear, actionable explanations to management Support preparation and submission of monthly group reporting packages, including trial balance mapping, intercompany reporting, and consolidation inputs Accounts Receivable, Payable & Financial Risk Oversee AR and AP‑related accounting activities with a focus on accuracy, cutoff, and financial risk mitigation. Review aging reports and assess collectability of receivables; support bad debt reserve analysis & review for deteriorating debt or proper escalation processes around risk of aging. Monitor AP aging and payment cycles to ensure appropriate liability recognition and cash management Work with offshore teams for AR and AP to evaluate and strengthen internal controls around invoicing, collections, vendor payments, and approvals Monitor and account for factoring and supplier financing programs Identify risks related to credit exposure, vendor concentration, and liquidity, and escalate as needed Property, Plant & Equipment (PP&E) and Lease Accounting Maintain and reconcile fixed asset subledger, including additions, disposals, transfers, and depreciation Ensure proper capitalization of assets in accordance with accounting policies Review and validate capital expenditure (CapEx) projects and related accounting treatment Account for leases, including Right‑of‑Use (ROU) assets and lease liabilities, in accordance with IFRS16 Prepare and review lease schedules, amortization, and related disclosures Ensure accuracy of asset valuations and support periodic impairment assessments Inventory, Controls & Compliance Support inventory accounting, including variance analysis, NRV and reserves assessments Understand inventory write‑off processes and management of obsolete inventory and related reporting. Ad‑hoc needs Support tax‑related activities, including property tax, sales/use tax, 1099 EPR reporting preparation as required Budget support Review of overheads reporting and liaising with departmental heads Purchase order mapping for accuracy of overheads reporting Identify and implement process improvements, including automation and standardization initiatives Occasional travel to Oxnard or NJ on a need basis. Ad‑hoc support as required Position Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required Minimum of five (5) years of progressive accounting experience Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting standards (IFRS) Experience with ERP systems such as SAP ERP would be an asset (Plex is our ERP and training support would be provided) Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups, data analysis CPA or CPA-eligible preferred Experience in manufacturing, food industry, or inventory-heavy environment is preferred Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams and geographies Benefits Competitive base salary range: $71,000 - $95,000 annually, commensurate with experience Performance‑based discretionary bonus Comprehensive health and wellness coverage for you and eligible dependents Paid volunteer time off, paid sick leave, and paid holidays 401(k) match on Day 1 Opportunities for career growth and learning ofi provides equality of opportunity for all persons with respect to hiring without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation. All employment will be decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us for support at: [email protected] At ofi, we celebrate our diversity. Olam Americas LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. #J-18808-Ljbffr