
Accounting Specialist
Job Title: Accounting Specialist
Location: 100 W Valpico Rd Suite A Tracy, CA95376
Employment Type: Full-time
Exempt/ Non-exempt Status: Non-Exempt (Hourly Paid)
Reports To: Directly to Chief Financial Officer (CFO)/ President
Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour
About Us
Urban Leaf, dba The Produce Company is a food-processing facility based in Tracy. We are a leading supplier of fresh-cut produce throughout California.
We are seeking a highly motivated Accounting Specialist to support our CFO in critical accounting projects with a clear path for career advancement. This is a unique mentorship opportunity where you will work closely with senior leadership, gaining hands-on experience in financial strategy, process improvement, and accounting operations.
If you are an ambitious accounting professional eager to accelerate your career under the guidance of an experienced CFO, this role is for you!
Detailed Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:
1. Project Support for CFO
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Assist the CFO in executing high-priority accounting projects, including:
- Financial reporting improvements
- Month-end/Year-end close process optimization
- ERP (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central) enhancements
- Audit preparation and compliance initiatives
- Ad-hoc financial analysis and special projects
2. Core Accounting Duties
- Perform general ledger maintenance, reconciliations, and journal entries.
- Support accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and tax filings as needed.
- Ensure compliance with GAAP (or relevant accounting standards).
- Assist in budgeting and forecasting activities.
3. Leadership & Career Development
- Receive direct mentorship from the CFO with structured career progression.
- Participate in finance leadership meetings to gain strategic exposure.
- Identify and recommend process improvements in accounting workflows.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum 1 years’ experience OR BS degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:
- Proven experience as an accountant/ bookkeeper; One year or more experience is preferred.
- Solid understanding of Accounting Principles.
- High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Customer Service Orientation and negotiation skills
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, especially MS EXCEL
- Hands-on experience in operating spreadsheets and accounting software
- Ability to follow essential job procedures and supervisor instructions.
- Must be courteous and respectful with ability to adhere to the Company’s Policies and Employee Standards
Personality Traits:
- Proactive, resourceful, and eager to learn from the CFO.
- High integrity and discretion in handling confidential data.
LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS:
- Proficiency in English
TO APPLY:
Please:
Please submit your application and resume via Indeed.
The company offers competitive hourly rates and compensation will be DOE.
Any description of the work responsibilities is a picture of the major responsibilities of a position at a given point in time. The position being advertised is dynamic and assignments/ priorities may change as the business demands change.
Urban Leaf, dba The Produce Company is an at-will employer. This advertisement is not intended or implied to be an employment contract or offer but rather a communication tool that briefly explains primary responsibilities of the job functions, advertises the job position, and identifies performance measures and potential training needs.
Urban Leaf co., dba The Produce Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Reference:
oneproducecompany.com