Controller

WP Rawl has been growing fresh vegetables and careers since 1925! As a leader in the fresh produce industry, we pride ourselves on sustainability, food safety, and providing a supportive and rewarding workplace for our employees. We are seeking a Controller to join our team! This position reports to the VP of Finance and Accounting. The Controller plans, directs, and oversees the accounting operations of the company. This role is responsible for financial reporting, internal controls, budgeting, and accounting compliance while supporting leadership with financial analysis and strategic planning. The Controller works closely with executive leadership and department managers to ensure financial accuracy, operational efficiency, and informed business decision-making.

Responsibilities:

Oversees the operations of the Accounting Department, which includes, but is not limited to, A/R, A/P, Cost Accounting, Payroll, and Financial Reporting. Oversees the accounting staff including employee development, motivation, mentoring, training, recruitment and selection. Maintains a documented system of accounting policies and procedures; implements a system of controls over accounting transactions to minimize risk. Oversees the production of periodic financial reports; ensures that the reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles or international financial reporting standards. Recommends benchmarks that will be used to measure the company's performance. Work with staff to produce the annual budget and forecasts; reports significant budget differences to leadership. Provides financial analysis as requested and needed for best interest of the company Works with external auditors and provides needed information for audits. Works with outside CPA firm in the filing of quarterly and annual payroll reports. Works with outside CPA firm in providing supporting documentation for tax preparation and any other needed documents, reports, information, etc for the CPA relationship. Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal government requirements. Support the VP with financial recordkeeping and associated functions Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Finance and/or Accounting 5+ years of accounting with supervisory experience required Food manufacturing and/or produce industry experience preferred Prior experience in a family-owned operation preferred Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Experience with Famous ERP a plus What you need to succeed: Excellent written, oral communication and interpersonal skills Ability to lead and coach others including delegating and assigning workloads Ability to identify process improvements and offer relative solutions Explore & implement solutions within collaborative team environment Flexible and adaptable with excellent ability to work cross functionally within an organization Analytical of data to transform into actionable business advice/counsel Strong planning, organizing and project management skills Why Join Us? ✅ Competitive Pay ✅ Full Benefits Package (medical, dental, vision, flexible spending) ✅ 401(k) with Company Match ✅ Paid Time Off & Holidays ✅ Career Growth Opportunities ✅ Supportive team environment — we treat our employees like family Be Part of Something Fresh! If you're ready to support employee development and help strengthen our safety culture, apply today to become a Controller at WP Rawl! WP Rawl is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe in diversity, inclusion, and providing equal opportunities to all team members.