Staff Accountant (On-site)

United Genetics Seeds; Hollister (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K with company matching

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Vacation

Sick time

Paid holidays

Job summary

United Genetics Seeds, headquartered in Hollister, California, is seeking an experienced Accountant to support the accounting team. You will manage the general ledger, reconcile accounts, and assist with month-end close and audits.

The role requires 5+ years of relevant experience, proficiency in QuickBooks and Excel, and strong attention to detail. This on-site position offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities to contribute to budgeting and process improvements.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in agriculture or manufacturing.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical abilities.
• Ability to work independently and in a team with excellent communication and organization.

Responsibilities

• Maintain general ledger, bank statements and account reconciliations.
• Prepare and post monthly journal entries; support month-end close.
• Reconcile AR/AP aging; assist with inventory and cost controls.
• Analyze spending vs. budget and monitor accounts payable/receivable.
• Process sales invoices in QuickBooks and align balances with QB and ABS.
• Assist with annual budget preparation and audit support.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Tools

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About United Genetics

United Genetics was founded in 1990 with headquarters in Hollister, California. What began as a family-owned seed company grew into an international vegetable seed organization with subsidiaries in Italy, Spain, Mexico, Turkey, India, and Jordan.

United Genetics proudly offers top quality processing tomato, fresh market tomato, hot pepper, sweet pepper, watermelon, melon, squash, and cucumbers seed, among others. We focus on the needs of diverse customers along the vegetable supply chain, thinking of the grower by securing the versatility and robustness of the product performance, and the consumer, by focusing on the physical appeal, nutritional value and the taste of the outcome of our genetics.

Benefits Summary

We are proud to offer a well-rounded benefits package designed to support the physical, financial, and personal well-being of our employees. Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance. Vester and Flexible Spending Account (FSA). 401K with company matching, Life insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Vacation, Sick Time, and Paid holidays.

Job Purpose and Summary

Analyze information, maintain complete and accurate records, and assist with routine accounting duties. Provide efficient, reliable support to accounting department members, other departments, and external parties.

Duties and responsibilities

• Maintain general ledger, bank statements and account reconciliations.
• Prepare and post monthly journal entries.
• Perform month end reconciliation reports for all asset and liability accounts.
• Reconcile bank accounts daily including application of customer payments.
• Perform month end inventory roll forward and obsolescence reserve reporting.
• Responsible for Seed invoice processing and payment tracking.
• Monthly review of AR Aging with Sales Manager including collections follow-ups.
• Maintain Fixed Asset system and CIP Analysis.
• Analyze spending discrepancies versus budget.
• Analyze and monitor AP And AR Aging on a weekly basis.
• Daily processing of sales invoices in QuickBooks. Reconcile balances with ABS vs QB.
• Responsible for Quarterly sales tax and Year-End 1099 statements filing.
• Prepare and file other required returns including business insurance renewals.
• Assist and support managers on mid-year and year-end audit requirements.
• Backup support to AP.
• Assist in preparation of annual budget process.
• Partner with department managers and provide periodic reports.
• Contribute to improving accounting processes and controls.
• Step in as backup when Accounting Manager are not available.
• Ensuring operations are maintained in a safe and compliant condition, aligning with company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Perform other duties and projects as requested by management.

Requirements

Education Level and Focus

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.

Years and Type of Related Experience Required

• 5+ years of relevant experience, preferably in the agriculture sector.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks) and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Skills and Abilities

Interpersonal and Communication

Effectively communicate (verbal and written) with management, co-workers, and external contacts, and telephone skills.

Administrative and Operations

Organize job responsibilities to complete work on a timely basis.

Physical Demands

Ability to sit and work in front of a computer terminal for extended periods (may sit for approx. 7+ hours with 2-hour intervals being in a stationary sitting position). May lift to 25 lbs.

Work Environment

We will work in an office environment with low to moderate noise levels. However, we may be required to enter warehouse areas with high noise levels, wet floors, forklift and pedestrian traffic, and extreme hot/cold climates.

Special Equipment Used

Computer with emphasis on spreadsheet skills.

Special Requirements

Willing to work overtime, holidays, and weekends as requested.