Accountant III

Job Title: Accountant III

Department: Accounting

Location: Trillium Farms - Johnstown

Reports To: Controller

Job Type: Full-time

Job Summary

The Accountant III is a senior member of the local accounting team, responsible for overseeing and delivering complex financial data and results for company operations. This role leads in maintaining and improving accounting policies and controls, and plays a key part in their execution. The position requires advanced analytical skills, the ability to provide strategic insights, and leadership in driving improvements across accounting functions. Success in this role demands a proactive approach, high accountability, precision, and the ability to mentor junior team members.

Essential Job Functions

• Lead compliance efforts with federal, state, local, and organizational laws, regulations, and best practices
• Oversee and optimize month-end close processes, including complex account reconciliations
• Develop and implement advanced accrual methodologies and fixed asset accounting strategies
• Lead inventory and feed accounting processes, identifying areas for improvement
• Conduct in-depth operational analysis, create financial models, and provide strategic insights based on KPIs
• Stay at the forefront of developments and trends in finance and administration, implementing best practices
• Perform complex variance analysis and provide actionable recommendations based on results
• Lead internal audits and manage external audit processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance
• Design and deliver comprehensive financial reports for senior management and stakeholders
• Spearhead continuous improvement initiatives across the accounting department

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting with relevant experience
• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience in a similar industry
• Expert-level skills in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly advanced Excel functions
• Proven experience with ERP systems implementation and optimization
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Accounting or CPA
• Advanced proficiency with accounting software for large corporations
• Expertise in data analytics tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or similar
• In-depth understanding of operations systems in manufacturing, warehouse management, and agricultural processes
• Experience in cost accounting and financial planning in the agricultural or food production industry

Work Environment

This position requires the ability to travel 5-15% of the time. The role primarily involves office work with potential for on-site visits to production facilities. May be required to work extended hours during peak periods such as month-end close or annual audits

About Us:

Versova is one of the largest egg producers in the United States, bringing together family-owned farms in Iowa, Ohio, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Utah, and Colorado. With over six decades of industry experience, our team of more than 2,000 employees is dedicated to exceptional flock care, environmental stewardship, and producing safe, high-quality eggs. More than just a workplace, Versova is a team built on shared values, working together to enrich our communities and uphold the highest ethical standards.

As a family of companies and a company of families, we are guided by a strong set of Core Values: Recognition, Initiative, Safety & Security, Service, Community, Respect, Integrity, Ownership, and Excellence. These values drive our commitment to responsible employment, sustainability, and industry innovation. When you join Versova, you become part of something bigger - working together to lead the future of egg production with integrity and excellence.

Benefits:

• Regular performance reviews
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• HSA with company match
• Paid time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401K with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program

Posting Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

Disclosure

This job description is not exhaustive, as employees may perform additional related duties as needed. Employment is based on an 'at-will' basis. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, as applicable to the role and in compliance with local, state, and federal laws.