Staff AccountantSalary Range: $75,000 - $80,000 Annually Status: Exempt Location: Salinas, CA Reports to: Sr Manager, FinanceGeneral Description / Primary PurposePosition supports financial accounting and analysis for Value Added Sales and Marketing, for contracted funding and other programs. Responsible for independently performing both routine and non-routine accounting and financial reporting functions for ogC and subsidiary entities.Major Responsibilities and Tasks / Duties of the PositionComplete and enter journal entries and reconcile G/L accounts as part of the close process and perform other monthly close tasks as assignedProvide analysis and participate in the forecasting process each period as assignedManage the verification and clearing of all billback ad claims and payables, requiring verification of valid invoices and proper signature authorization as assignedManage the maintenance of all Value Added broker information, as well as VA markets, divisions, regions and item groups. Responsible for managing all customer and broker commission rates in the Mainframe system as assignedResponsible for the analysis and preparation of Value Added brokerage commission payments each financial period as assignedAssist and support Sales and Marketing in the execution of rebate programs. This includes different types of rebates for Value Added, Fresh Pack and Berries. Assist in the maintenance of rebate payables, requiring verification of valid invoices and proper signature authorization as assignedPrepare and maintain sales and marketing accruals for customer contracted programsMaintain models/systems for marketing/innovation spend tracking and reportingCode and obtain proper signatures for estimates and submission of invoices to accounts payablePrepare audit schedules for both internal and external auditorsAssist in Pricing related projects, in conjunction with the Value Added Pricing AnalystConsistently review accounting procedures and suggest ideas to improve processesPrepare various ad hoc accounting reports as requestedOther duties as assignedJob Specific Competencies2-4 years accounting or finance experienceKnowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), procedures and applicationIntermediate to Advanced MS Excel skillsStrong organizational skillsFamiliarity with JD Edwards software desirable.Strong attention to detail and a desire to assume new responsibilitiesExcellent written and oral communication skillsPhysical RequirementsWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; talk or hear.The employee must occasionally lift (including overhead) and/or up to 15 lbs.Work Hour & Travel RequirementsAbility to work beyond the normal work hours during period close week and final weeks of the budget cycle if required.Experience and EducationBachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.EEO Statement: We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.#J-18808-Ljbffr