Position Purpose:

The position will play a critical hands-on role in consolidations, analyzing, and reporting on RAC’s financial results for internal and external use prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.

Job Summary: 

The Senior Financial Reporting Analyst will be responsible for the accurate financial statements on a consolidated basis. Lead the completion of the monthly consolidation financial reporting package. The reporting package includes financial statements, key metrics, analysis and relevant commentary/narrative. Complete quarterly consolidated projects.  Prepare year end audited consolidations, financial statements including footnotes, under GAAP, including international operations. Lead the annual review of the financial statements with outside auditors.  This will include coordinating and responding to auditor’s requests and questions, along with the preparation of the consolidating schedules and analysis. Prepare Board and Management financial presentations, balance sheet and cash projections. Work with the IS department in the implementation of the new ERP system. Provide support to districts and departments in analyzing proper accounting treatment of transactions. Prepare 27 partnership and 4 corporation Sub-S tax return work papers.  Also complete tax planning schedules as required. Assist in the development and lead the implementation of new and improved systems of reporting and financial analysis along with special projects and reports as required.

This person will report directly to the Director of Corporate Accounting and Tax Compliance. They will work with internal and external auditors regarding documentation and support for quarterly and yearly audit schedules. Exposure and contact with the Corporate Controller, Chief Financial Officer and the Executive Management Team, along with the finance/accounting personnel throughout the company.

Job Qualifications:

• Must demonstrate ability to take the lead in assigned projects and functions, using appropriate judgments in fulfilling requirements.
• Strong analytical capacities and ability to report/communicate relevant results.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of management; utilizing effective written, oral, and presentation skills.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
• Must be an active and “driving” team member, putting success of team above own interest.
• Must value integrity and accuracy.

Education and Experience Skill Sets Preferred:

PARTNERSHIP ACCOUNTING MANAGER

Northern District, Full-Time, Exempt

JOB DESCRIPTION

Reiter Affiliated Companies, an International Berry Company is seeking a dynamic individual to join our accounting team.  We currently have a career opportunity available for a Partnership Accounting Manager in the Watsonville District.

POSITION PURPOSE

The Partnership Accounting Manager manages staff accountants and A/P departments as they relate to the service of the financial reporting and transactional accounting of the Watsonville District Partnerships. Applies principles of accounting to analyze financial information and prepare financial reports for multiple companies under the Reiter Affiliated Companies group.  Accomplishes tasks with particular emphasis on customer service and seeks to add value for RAC managers.

DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Compiles and analyzes financial information to prepare entries to general ledger accounts, cost centers and documents business transactions.
• Staff management and development.
• Analyze transactional processes and identify areas where additional accuracies and efficiencies can be achieved.
• Applies cost accounting methods to achieve accurate representation of cost center performance.
• Assist with annual budgets – prepares all allocations;
• Closely maintains and monitors the fixed assets system.
• Adheres to internal and external deadlines.
• Distributes monthly comparison reports and cost center reports according to schedules.
• Prepares financial statements and other reports to summarize and interpret current and projected company financial position.
• Responsible for distributing financial statements and cost center reports.
• Prepares work papers and supporting schedules for the annual financial review.
• Reviews accounts payables and weekly check runs.
• Determines proper handling of financial transactions and approves transactions within designated limits.
• Monitors compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and company procedures.
• Reviews, investigates, and corrects errors and inconsistencies in financial entries, documents, and reports.

Competency:
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Management – Able to manage a staff of varying skill levels and to make recommendations as to proper staffing levels. Experience recruiting and selecting proper candidates for consideration of employment.
• Analytical - Collects and researches data.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully.
• Customer Service – Responds promptly to customer needs; responds to request for service and assistance. Finds ways to add value for the benefit of RAC’s partners and managers.
• Interpersonal Skills-Able to communicate effectively with production, transactional personnel and managers.
• Teamwork – Contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; supports everyone’s efforts to succeed.