Controller / Office Manager

Casa de Fruta, a California landmark roadside attraction since 1908, is located in the beautiful Pacheco Valley alongside Highway 152 between Highways 5 and 101 in Hollister, CA. We are a multi-faceted operation consisting of retail businesses, a restaurant, an RV park and inn, a fuel station, warehouse and orchard operations, as well as a winery. We are currently seeking a hands-on Controller / Office Manager to manage the financial and administrative activities for this unique operation.

Company Conformance Statements

In the performance of their respective tasks and duties all employees are expected to conform to the following:

• Perform quality work within deadlines, with or without direct supervision.
• Interact professionally with other employees, customers and suppliers.
• Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments.
• Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations.
• Follow all rules, policies and safety guidelines for tasks/job.
• Perform any additional tasks as required.

Position purpose: Manage all areas and aspects of the Accounting department for all entities of Casa de Fruta. Lead and direct the work of others within Accounting and Business Office.

Responsibilities/Duties/Functions/Tasks:

• Prepare, coordinate and manage the operational aspects of monthly closings of the financial statements for all entities, including journal entries and account reconciliation.
• Oversee and maintain, on a daily basis, all cash flow analysis for all entities, transferring funds as necessary.
• Maintain fixed asset/depreciation spreadsheet with CPA.
• Direct, manage and help solve problems with A/P, A/R, C/R, P/R, Inventory Control, and online sales.
• Oversee Chevron Lotto and Lottery Ticket sales spreadsheets, discuss any concerns with Chevron Manager.
• Create, implement and maintain all job descriptions and written procedures for all areas of the Business Office.
• Attend and participate in quarterly safety meetings.

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in accounting preferred; or five or more year’s related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Position Requirements: Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Access, Word, Excel, and Dynamics or other accounting software. Working knowledge of online sales software would be very helpful.

Preferences: Able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Have the ability to train employees on any new processes and procedures.