Accountant B Corporate Accounting
Job Location
Salinas, CA 93901
Employment Type Full time
Category Accounting & Finance
Education Required 4 Year Degree
Experience Required 0-2 Years
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Job Description
Responsible for general accounting duties including preparation of journal entries, reconciliation of GL accounts, and other functions in support of the monthly accounting close and financial statement preparation. Basic to intermediate level accounting and financial record keeping in computerized accounting systems, including AP, PO, GL, and Inventory modules. Analyzes costs, budgetary variances, and Balance Sheet trend activity. Provides management with specialized reports to support business decision-making. Other special projects to support the corporate controllers department and senior management on an ad hoc basis. Position will focus on financial reporting but will also interact and provide support to business units, analysts, and other internal customers.
 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
-Responsible for timely accurate month-end accounting close and associated tasks. Prepares journal entries, account reconciliations, reviews reserves and accruals, and other general ledger accounting functions. Identifies any potential accounting issues or problems to bring to the attention of supervisor.
-Develops good working knowledge of accounting systems and assists with suggestions to improve or streamline areas.
-Responsible for preparation of monthly balance sheet trend analysis
-Assists in SOX testing of various control areas as well as updating and reviewing of SOX narratives as needed.
 
REQUIREMENTS
B.S. in Accounting or Finance requiredIf candidate holds a Finance degree, 1 full year of Intermediate Accounting coursework or equivalent is required. Position requires 0-3 years of accounting experience.
 
The successful candidate will possess the following:
Strong understanding of intermediate accounting concepts and analytical skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook). Must be team-oriented, a self starter, and have the ability to plan, organize, and execute in a fast-paced environment. Must have the ability to interact with operations management and to meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
Strong oral and written communication skills
 
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Salary Grade: F
About Chiquita Brands International
With annual revenues of approximately $4 billion, Chiquita Brands International, Inc. (NYSE: CQB) is a leading international marketer and distributor of high-quality fresh and value-added food products ? from energy-rich bananas and other fruits to nutritious blends of convenient green salads. The company?s products and services are designed to win the hearts and smiles of the world's consumers by helping them enjoy healthy fresh foods. The company markets its products under the Chiquita® and Fresh Express® premium brands and other related trademarks. Chiquita employs approximately 23,000 people operating in more than 70 countries worldwide.
 
For more information, please visit our web site at www.chiquita.com.
 
Chiquita Brands International, Inc. requires that applicants provide authorization and consent to a background check and a drug screen in order to continue in the selection process. All employment offers are contingent on meeting our background check standards and successful passing of required drug test. If hired, you will be required to provide documentation indicating your legal right to work in the U.S which may be verified through Chiquita's participation in the E-Verify program.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Chiquita Brands International and its subsidiaries provide an environment that promotes individual recognition and achievement. We recruit, hire, train, compensate and promote associates without regard to race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, disability or veteran's status.