Seneca Foods is one of the most highly integrated fruit and vegetable processing companies in the US. We manage many—and in some cases all—aspects of production. At Seneca, we produce seeds, harvest crops, manufacture our own containers and provide a wide range of nutritious fruit and vegetable products.Seneca Foods in Janesville, WI is seeking a Director of Operations Accounting to join our team. Seneca Foods offers an excellent benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K, paid time off and much more! Help us make our Farm Fresh Goodness Great!Responsibilities:Reports directly to the VP of AccountingEstablishes accounting policies, particularly related to Revenue recognition and Cost accounting and ensures compliance and consistency across the organization.Coordinate with External Auditors, Internal Auditors, and other stakeholders to facilitate the company's various reporting requirements.Partners with the Operations leadership team to understand performance, optimize finance related operational decisions, ensure appropriate financial/accounting rigor, introduce process discipline as needed, and safeguard company assets.Regional Controller responsibilities for several manufacturing plants (includes some travel)Manage month end/quarter end close responsibilities, including preparation and review of journal entries.Ensure consistency of accounting treatment and classifications of transactions.Maintain documentation of process and procedures for SOX compliance purposes and ensure controls are consistently performed.Hiring, training, and retaining skilled accounting staff.Participate in special projects and perform additional duties as required.Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or economics with 5+ years of relevant experience.CPA designation strongly encouragedProgressive experience in cost accounting in a manufacturing environment, with demonstrated leadership responsibilities.Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and cost structures.Proven experience in developing and managing standard cost systems.Demonstrated general knowledge of financial accounting procedures is required.Advanced Excel, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Word skills.Must possess exceptional thoughtful and analytical skills, diligent with high attention to detail.Strong interpersonal skills, self-motivated, well organized.Agile and open to change.Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).Ability to work independently, effectively handle multiple competing priorities and manage deadlines under pressure. Resourceful!Strong project and time management skills.
