Accounting Manager

• Location 709 Dutton Street,Winters, CA, 95694,United States
• Base Pay $120,000.00 - $125,000.00 / Year
• Job Category ACCTMNGR
• Employee Type Regular Full-Time
• Required Degree 4 Year Degree

Contact information

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Description

Mariani Nut Company is a leading, privately held processor of premium almonds and walnuts, serving customers throughout the United States and around the world. Founded in 1972 in Winters, California, the company has grown from a family farming venture into one of the largest global walnut and almond processors. With several thousand acres of farming operations and an extensive international distribution network, Mariani Nut Company supplies high-quality nut products to markets throughout Europe, Asia, Australia, and beyond. Our team members are part of a stable, growth-oriented organization committed to quality, reliability, and long-term relationships with customers and business partners.

Requirements

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.
• Review balance sheet reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and analyze financial results and variances.
• Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), applicable financial reporting requirements, and internal controls.
• Oversee inventory reconciliations and collaborate with cost accounting on inventory valuation, cost of goods sold, and production variances.
• Manage daily accounting activities, including general ledger maintenance, payroll accounting, and banking administration.
• Coordinate financial audits and reviews with external CPA firms and prepare supporting documentation for tax accountants.
• Collaborate with accounts payable and accounts receivable teams to ensure accurate and timely financial transactions.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, financial reporting, and ERP system efficiency.
• Support finance leadership and operations with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Provide accounting oversight and support to the Executive Controller, including assuming designated responsibilities in their absence.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of three years of professional accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, and internal controls.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with accounting or Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and confidentiality.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation preferred but not required.
• Experience with Infor SyteLine ERP preferred but not required.
• Accounting experience in a manufacturing or food processing environment.
• Experience with inventory accounting and cost accounting.
• MBA or another advanced degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
• Previous experience coordinating audits or working with external accounting firms.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Primarily office‑based work requiring extended periods of sitting and computer use.
• Occasional lifting of up to 35 pounds may be required.
• Travel between company facilities may be required.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Mariani Nut Company offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• Supplemental insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Commitment to workplace safety and employee well‑being

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:

Mariani Nut Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process.

Summary

Mariani Nut Company is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accounting Manager to oversee daily accounting operations, financial reporting, and month‑end closing processes. This position plays a key role in ensuring financial accuracy, regulatory compliance, effective internal controls, and continuous improvement across accounting functions.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in general accounting, financial reporting, account reconciliations, and internal controls. This individual will work closely with finance leadership and operational teams to support business objectives, improve processes, and maintain the integrity of financial information. Experience in a manufacturing or food processing environment is highly desirable.

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