Job Description
Job Description
Description :
Howlett Farms is a fifth-generation, locally owned company dedicated to providing unparalleled quality and customer-service. We are passionate about agriculture and devoted to helping the farming community in our region enjoy sustained prosperity.
Step beyond the traditional corporate mold and join a team that values authenticity and impact. At Howlett Farms, we combine a grounded, down-to-earth culture with forward-thinking innovation, staying close to the land while driving the future of agriculture. We are seeking an Accounts Payable Staff Accountant to assist in accounting activities at our Avon, NY headquarters. The role includes verifying and reconciling invoices, monitoring payments and expenditures, and maintaining our general ledger systems.
Requirements :
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Receive, code, and obtain approval of vendor invoices
- Make accounting entries for the purchase of grain
- Maintain accounts payable files and vendor records
- Perform analytical reviews of key vendor expenses
- Prepare check runs for both ACH and manual checks
- Maintain accounting ledgers by verifying and posting account transactions
- Assist in month-end closing tasks
- Manage the credit card process
- Assist with compliance tasks where needed
- Prepare year-end 1099’s
Talents
Collaborative mindset with a positive attitudeHigh attention to detail and organizational skillsCreative problem-solvingCommitment to continuous improvement.Skills
Proficient Microsoft Office skills, including Excel, Word, and TeamsAbility to learn and adapt to new software systemsEffective time management and communication skillsExceptional customer service orientationKnowledge
Accounting degree, or equivalent work experienceBasic knowledge of general accounting principlesAgricultural background or expertise (a plus)Benefits Offered
Work / Life BalanceCompetitive wageEasy going dress codeHealthcare coverage with employer contributionOptional dental insuranceLife InsuranceRetirement benefits and employer matchPaid time off and holidaysEmployee developmentEmployee Assistance Program