Position SummaryReporting to the Finance Manager, the Senior Accountant is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial reporting for Olde Thompson. The role leads key aspects of the month‑end close process and supports financial reporting across all manufacturing locations (four plants – three US based and one in Vietnam).Position ResponsibilitiesAccounting Hygiene & FundamentalsMaintain a strong understanding of core balance sheet accounts, including prepaids, accruals, deposits, and deferred items, ensuring accurate classification, amortization, and cutoffEnsure proper accounting and reconciliation of lease‑related balances, including right‑of‑use (ROU) assets and associated liabilitiesApply consistent and accurate cutoff practices for revenue, expenses, and liabilities across reporting periodsEnsure all balance sheet accounts are supported by clear, audit‑ready documentation with appropriate aging, roll forwards, and explanations of reconciling itemsIdentify, investigate, and resolve aged or unusual balances in a timely manner, escalating issues where appropriateMaintain discipline around journal entry preparation, including proper support, review, and adherence to internal controlsEnsure subledger‑to‑general ledger integrity across key cycles (AR, AP, inventory, fixed assets)Maintain consistency in accounting treatment and proactively identify areas requiring policy clarification or improvementSupport a clean and efficient close process by minimizing post‑close adjustments and reworkDemonstrate ownership of data accuracy within the ERP environment and ensure transactions are recorded in the correct period and accountsClose & Financial ReportingLead assigned components of the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliationsOwn balance sheet accounts, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and timely reconciliation with appropriate supporting documentationPerform detailed variance analysis (P&L, balance sheet, WC, and FC) and provide clear, actionable explanations to managementSupport preparation and submission of monthly group reporting packages, including trial balance mapping, intercompany reporting, and consolidation inputsAccounts Receivable, Payable & Financial RiskOversee AR and AP‑related accounting activities with a focus on accuracy, cutoff, and financial risk mitigation.Review aging reports and assess collectability of receivables; support bad debt reserve analysis & review for deteriorating debt or proper escalation processes around risk of aging.Monitor AP aging and payment cycles to ensure appropriate liability recognition and cash managementWork with offshore teams for AR and AP to evaluate and strengthen internal controls around invoicing, collections, vendor payments, and approvalsMonitor and account for factoring and supplier financing programsIdentify risks related to credit exposure, vendor concentration, and liquidity, and escalate as neededProperty, Plant & Equipment (PP&E) and Lease AccountingMaintain and reconcile fixed asset subledger, including additions, disposals, transfers, and depreciationEnsure proper capitalization of assets in accordance with accounting policiesReview and validate capital expenditure (CapEx) projects and related accounting treatmentAccount for leases, including Right‑of‑Use (ROU) assets and lease liabilities, in accordance with IFRS16Prepare and review lease schedules, amortization, and related disclosuresEnsure accuracy of asset valuations and support periodic impairment assessmentsInventory, Controls & ComplianceSupport inventory accounting, including variance analysis, NRV and reserves assessmentsUnderstand inventory write‑off processes and management of obsolete inventory and related reporting.Ad‑hoc needsSupport tax‑related activities, including property tax, sales/use tax, 1099EPR reporting preparation as requiredBudget supportReview of overheads reporting and liaising with departmental headsPurchase order mapping for accuracy of overheads reportingIdentify and implement process improvements, including automation and standardization initiativesOccasional travel to Oxnard or NJ on a need basis.Ad‑hoc support as requiredPosition RequirementsBachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance requiredMinimum of five (5) years of progressive accounting experienceStrong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting standards (IFRS)Experience with ERP systems such as SAP ERP would be an asset (Plex is our ERP and training support would be provided)Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups, data analysisCPA or CPA-eligible preferredExperience in manufacturing, food industry, or inventory-heavy environment is preferredStrong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environmentExcellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams and geographiesBenefitsCompetitive base salary range: $71,000 - $95,000 annually, commensurate with experiencePerformance‑based discretionary bonusComprehensive health and wellness coverage for you and eligible dependentsPaid volunteer time off, paid sick leave, and paid holidays401(k) match on Day 1Opportunities for career growth and learningofi provides equality of opportunity for all persons with respect to hiring without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation. All employment will be decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us for support at: [email protected]At ofi, we celebrate our diversity. Olam Americas LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.#J-18808-Ljbffr