Dole Food Company

Accounting Assistant

Dole Food Company Monterey, CA



Category

Finance/Accounting

All Locations

2959 Salinas Hwy, Monterey, California

Position Type

Full-Time/Regular

Tracking Code

881

GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Under the direction of the Corporate Controller, this position provides ongoing support to the accounting team. Assists the team with ongoing research and development, documenting processes and writing Standard Operating Procedures.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS/DUTIES OF THE POSITION:

  • Maintain vendor relationships by resolving collection and invoice discrepancy matters.
  • Assist Dole Business Services (DBS) with 1099 determination and the reporting of 1099 vendors to Internal Revenue Service.
  • Coordinate with DBS for new vendor’s set up and follow up for confirmation of request.
  • Complete audit confirmation letters and return to vendors.
  • Research and code refund checks to the correct account numbers and submit for deposit.
  • Receive and submit vendor statements and invoices to DBS for timely payments.
  • Respond to internal or external inquiries regarding status of payment, past due invoices, payment history, or any other inquiries.
  • Coordinate and submit internal payment requests to DBS for timely processing.
  • Open daily mail and distribute accordingly.
  • Monitor and order office supplies.
  • Provide administrative support to the accounting team.
  • Document procedures for accounting functions as needed.
  • Participate and assist in system upgrades.
  • Provide internal or external audit requests as needed.
  • Perform all the various related accounting and administrative duties as needed.
  • Perform special projects as assigned.

Required Skills

JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES:

  • Working Knowledge of Integrated Accounting Systems (JD Edwards Preferred)
  • Computer skills – Proficient with Microsoft Office.
  • Basic Accounting Knowledge (terminology, coding)
  • Working Knowledge of Excel, Word, and E-Mail Applications

Preferred Skills:

  • Produce or Ag Industry Experience
  • Advanced Excel Skills
  • System Improvement Experience (process focused)
  • Experience with System Conversions / Revision Efforts

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Normal physical requirements for an office environment.
  • Requires employee to sit regularly and occasionally lift (including overhead) up to 15 lbs.

WORK HOUR & TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Ability to work overtime on close weeks.

Required Experience

EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION:

  • AA Accounting or College Level Coursework in Accounting/Finance or Equivalent work experience

PAY RATE:

  • $25.00 - $27.00 an hour.

EEO STATEMENT: We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.
  • Seniority level

    Entry level
  • Employment type

    Full-time
  • Job function

    Accounting/Auditing and Finance
  • Industries

    Food and Beverage Services

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