Accountant

How would we describe a career with Agri-Mark/McCadam/Cabot Creamery? More than 100 years of: Farmers, Family, Mission, Purpose, Sustainability, Respect, Integrity, Work Ethic, Teamwork, Pride in Award Winning Products, and Agriculture. Cabot Creamery achieved B Corp certification in 2012 and became the world's first dairy co-op to do so. This certification demonstrates our commitment to transforming the global economy to benefit all people, communities, and the planet. The salary Range for this position is $65-72k We offer a hybrid workplace with three days onsite in our corporate office-Tuesday through Thursday in Waitsfield, VT or Andover, MA What you'll be doing: The Accountant is responsible for overseeing key accounting functions, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, and supporting month-end and year-end close processes. This role works closely with the accounting team and cross-functional partners to maintain compliance with GAAP, improve processes, and support audits. Please be detail-oriented, analytical, and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment. Perform month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations (manage the account reconciliation process) Analyze financial data and investigate variances against budget and prior periods Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP Record cash entries and prepare bank reconciliations Develop an understanding of the business and forge strong relationships with the manufacturing sites and other departments Owner of the freight accrual, prepaid expenses schedules, and certain AR entries Serve as backup AP as it relates to matching purchase orders; assist with coding invoices for specific vendors Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and regulatory requirements Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules, documentation, and responding to inquiries Work closely with Finance in compiling and cross-checking departmental budgets Responsible for the management, accounting and reconciliation of grants Manage the lease accounting setup, monthly accounting, reconciliation and compliance Review and approving employee expenses in Certify Manage sales and use tax exemption as well as credit reference requests Drive process improvements to streamline the flow of information within the department and across the company's sites What we are seeking Required/Preferred - BS Accounting or Finance Work Experience - 5+ years of progressive experience Practical/Technical Knowledge Strong verbal and written communication skills with a collaborative mindset Organized, strong work ethic and detail-oriented Passionate with an ability to identify opportunities to streamline processes Strong knowledge of Excel Desire to learn the fundamentals of the industry and take on new challenges Ability to work independently and multi-task in a flexible, fast-paced environment JD Edwards experience a plus Systems conversion experience a plus Agri-Mark is an equal opportunity employer. The company is committed to the fundamental principle of equal opportunity and equal treatment for every qualified prospective and current employee. The company does not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race (including traits historically associated with race including hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, place of birth, crime victim status, age, physical or mental disability, a positive result from an HIV-related blood test, military or veteran status, or any other classification protected under applicable federal and/or state law. Agri-Mark complies with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations.