Accountant

Make a positive impact, work cross functionally with a passionate and mission-driven team, and experience professional development opportunities - as our Accountant!
The Jackfruit Company

jack & annie's / The Jackfruit Company operates the leading global supply chain, R&D, and brands for jackfruit, nature's meatiest plant. We've won numerous national or global awards for best-tasting plant-based food; our repeat rate is higher than Beyond and Impossible's. With naturally meaty foods rich in both protein and fiber, and free of saturated fat, we make healthier eating delicious and easy. Our vertically integrated supply chain generates 10-40% added income for 1,700+ small farmers, and our jackfruit's carbon footprint is 94% lower than beef's. A top 5 brand in Whole Foods and Sprouts, our foods are distributed in 6,000+ retail stores and are quickly gaining distribution with Sysco, US Foods, PFG, and many more nation-wide. Today we are 70% of all jackfruit retail product sales in the US; we aim to mainstream consumption of jackfruit, a >$1 billion opportunity, for the good of farmers, consumers, and the planet.
What You Will Do

This role is responsible for managing and overseeing the financial activities related to the production, distribution, and sale of our products into the retail, foodservice, and e-commerce segments. This role involves handling financial records, cost analysis, inventory management, and financial reporting to ensure compliance with accounting standards, company policies, and industry regulations.This person reports into the Vice President of Finance.
Responsibilities:

• Financial Reporting: Prepare financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
• Payables Management: Forward invoices to bill.com, manage approval workflows, generate weekly payment submissions.
• Revenue Recognition/Accounts Receivable: Ensure proper recognition of sales revenue based on company policies and industry standards. Monitor sales returns and allowances. Follow up on past-due collections.
• General Ledger Management: Maintain the general ledger by recording and reconciling accounting transactions related to production, sales, and other operational expenses.
• Tax Compliance: Assist with compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations. Assist with preparing tax returns, sales tax filings, and other tax-related documentation.
• Internal Controls: Help design and implement internal controls to safeguard company assets, ensure accurate financial reporting, and prevent fraud.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Assist in the creation of budgets and financial forecasts based on historical data and industry trends. Provide insights to management on financial performance.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams (e.g., sales, operations, supply chain, and production) to gather necessary financial data and provide financial insights for decision-making.
• Process Improvement: Continuously assess accounting processes and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Who You Are

You are a mission-driven self-starter who loves solving problems, helping others, and making an impact. You thrive in fast-paced environments and are always looking for a new challenge, whether it's diving into a complex spreadsheet, improving a chargeback process, or going above and beyond to help your co-worker. You are skilled in accounting and find joy from putting processes in place while being nimble. You are passionate about what The Jackfruit Company is all about and want to be part of our amazing dream team.
Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, required.
• Proven experience in accounting or finance roles, within the CPG or manufacturing industries
• Knowledge of the CPG industry, including pricing models, trade promotions, and product lifecycle
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles (GAAP), cost accounting, and financial reporting
• Proficiency with accounting software, ERP systems, and Microsoft Excel is required and advanced financial modeling, preferred
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines and thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and follow-up skills in order to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders
• Professional certifications such as CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or CMA (Certified Management Accountant), preferred but not required.

Benefits
$90,000 + 10-15% performance bonus (final salary dependent on experience)
Unlimited PTO
Health, dental, and vision plans offered
Option to work remotely

The Jackfruit Company is committed to an environment that values and supports all individuals. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, pregnancy status, marital status, military or protected veteran status, genetics, or any other characteristic protected by law.