Job summary
Job overview
The Accounting Director at Dole Packaged Foods leads core accounting functions to ensure accurate financial operations and compliance, driving strategic financial management and team leadership.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves overseeing financial close processes, ensuring GAAP/IFRS compliance, improving accounting operations, managing internal controls, mitigating financial risks, mentoring the accounting team, and collaborating across departments.
Compensation and benefits
The salary range is $185,000 to $210,000, with pay fairness and equity emphasized; specific benefits are not detailed.
Experience and skills
Requires minimum 10 years progressive accounting experience with 5 years leadership, strong GAAP/IFRS knowledge, proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Office, CPA preferred, and strong communication and analytical skills.
Work environment and culture
Dole Packaged Foods values a respectful, inclusive, purpose-driven culture emphasizing integrity, collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning.
Company information
Dole Packaged Foods is a purpose-led organization focused on accessible fruit nutrition, driven by core values promoting excellence, integrity, and teamwork.
Job location and travel
Hybrid work environment based in Westlake Village, CA, with 3 days per week in office and about 10% travel expected.
Unique job features
This role offers hybrid work flexibility and leadership in a purpose-driven, innovative company with a focus on strategic financial management and team development.
Company overview
Dole Packaged Foods is a leading global producer and marketer of packaged fruit products, primarily focused on canned, jarred, and frozen fruit, as well as fruit juices and snacks. The company generates revenue by selling these products to retailers, foodservice operators, and directly to consumers worldwide. Founded in 1851, Dole has a rich history marked by its commitment to sustainability and innovation in the food industry. The company is known for its efforts to reduce food waste and promote healthy eating, aligning with its mission to bring sunshine to consumers' lives by providing nutritious and high-quality fruit products.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight leadership in accounting with a focus on managing month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring compliance with GAAP and IFRS standards.
Emphasize experience in developing and implementing internal controls, process improvements, and financial risk mitigation strategies aligned with regulatory requirements like JSOX.
Showcase your ability to lead and mentor high-performing teams, collaborate cross-functionally, and communicate complex financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders.
Apply through multiple platforms such as Dole Packaged Foods' corporate careers page, LinkedIn, and other reputable job boards to maximize your application visibility.
Connect with current Dole Packaged Foods employees in the accounting or finance divisions on LinkedIn; start conversations by referencing the company’s purpose-driven culture or recent initiatives related to fruit nutrition and sustainability.
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