Controller

• Execute and manage salaried payroll and maintain oversight of hourly plant employee payroll processing in collaboration with the Plant Director.
• Manage accounts payable to ensure timely processing and payment.
• Manage the accounts receivable schedule and provide monthly updates in conjunction with the Logistics Team.
• Oversee grower payments and support grower payment processes and procedures through the company's Nutstar product tracking system in collaboration with the Grower Relations Representative.
• Maintain working knowledge of grower contracts and provide oversight in conjunction with the Grower Relations Representative.
• Guide financial decisions through effective financial policies and procedures.
• Protect company assets through effective internal controls.
• Monitor financial condition through internal audits and provide information to external auditors as required.
• Maximize returns and minimize risk through sound cash and product management.
• Prepare budgets by establishing schedules, collecting and analyzing financial data, and providing recommendations to support fiscal decision-making.
• Collect, interpret, and report financial information, including the preparation of financial statements and reports for monthly board / ownership meetings.
• Build and maintain relationships with banking and financial partners, ensuring timely reporting and compliance with GAAP.
• Coordinate with independent third-party accounting firms in the preparation of annual financial statements and compilation reports.
• Prepare special reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends related to cost of production.

• Collaborate with the Plant Director and Operations Support to identify opportunities for margin enhancement and operational efficiencies, with a focus on maximizing returns.
• Monitor and analyze inventory and supply levels, working closely with the Plant Director and CEO to maximize efficiency and profitability.
• Develop crop lien procedures in collaboration with the Grower Relations Representative.
• Work closely with the CEO and Plant Director to develop and maintain long-term strategic planning, including potential expansion initiatives.

• Ensure ongoing compliance with federal, state, and local financial and regulatory requirements by monitoring legislation, anticipating changes, enforcing adherence, filing required reports, and advising management on necessary actions.
• Collaborate with outsourced HR agencies and/or the CEO regarding HR-related matters and compliance with human resources policies and regulations.
• Manage, organize, and communicate insurance changes necessary for the facility and staff, while evaluating insurance vendor contracts to maximize feasibility.
• Protect company operations by maintaining the confidentiality of proprietary financial information, plans, and processes.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Ability to work weekends as necessary, particularly during the harvest season.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• 3 -10 years of progressive accounting and financial management experience.
• Strong knowledge of accounting, corporate finance, budgeting, payroll administration, auditing, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks, Microsoft Office, financial software, and payroll systems.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze financial information, develop budgets and forecasts, and improve business processes.
• Agriculture industry experience preferred.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage effectively with ownership, employees, growers, financial institutions, auditors, and other stakeholders.
• Bilingual English-Spanish desirable.

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