Purpose: We passionately share the awesomeness of apples, pears and cherries with everyone, everywhere.
Mission: We grow the best fruit on the planet. We provide unmatched service to our growers. We handle fruit like VIPs\- very important produce. We turn Fruit into money for farms
Vision: We are the most trusted partner in the fruit industry, known for our legendary people, farms, growers and products.
Values: Demonstrates behaviors which contribute to the growth and achievement of Legendry’s mission:
o Good Above All
o Go For Awesome
o More Brilliant by The Day
o Together We Grow
o Positively Positive
Company Overview:
Legendary Fruit is a vertically integrated tree fruit apples, pears and cherries grower, packer, and distributor based in Yakima Valley, Washington. We exist to grow and pack the best fruit on the planet, ignite passion, and inspire pride in team members, growers, and partners. Our vision is to provide epic apple and cherry experiences for everyone, everywhere.
Job Summary: This job is responsible for preparing and managing accounts payable information; invoicing, statements, etc. Additional job requirements include but not limited to the following…
Job Duties/Responsibilities:
· Preparation of accounts payable for vendor payment including purchase order preparation and usage
· Monitor and control vendor list for accuracy and authenticity
· Prepare schedules using Excel as needed for A/P record keeping/analysis
· Ensure accurate coding in general ledger with special attention to department allocations and capital improvements
· Pickup and distribution of mail
· Occasional office backup such as answering phones, scale truck deliveries and processor tickets
· Work with management on various projects as needed
· Must be available for flexible hours, overtime and weekends during times of heavy workload
· Other duties may be assigned
Education \& Experience:
· Two or more years of college education, and basic understanding of accounting principles preferred
· 2 years’ experience in A/P and related duties
· Experience in the agriculture industry
· Prior experience using a procure to pay/AP automation tool, preferably Stampli
Pre\-Employment Requirements:
· Drug test \& background check required
Certificates \& Licenses:
· None
Equipment/Technology Skills:
· Working knowledge of: word processing software, spreadsheet software, accounting software, internet software
· General office equipment, strong ability in typing and 10\-key
Physical Abilities:
· Ability to occasionally perform various activities that require; sitting, standing, walking, lifting, pulling/pushing objects, grasp \& reach
· Ability to speak clearly \& communicate with others
· Must have good vision
· Ability to occasionally lift 20 lbs. from floor/ shoulder level
Mental/Other Skills \& Abilities:
· Ability to adapt to changes, delays or unexpected events in the work environment; ability to manage competing demands and prioritize tasks; ability to change approach or method to best fit the situation
· Ability to maintain focus for extended periods of time; ability to complete projects with resourcefulness; ability to synthesize complex or diverse information; ability to use intuition and experience to complement existing data
· Ability to follow instructions, both in written and verbal format; ability to respond to management direction; ability to complete tasks on time or notify the appropriate person with an alternate plan when necessary
· Ability to maintain satisfactory relationships with others, excellent customer service skills and a good overall understanding of appropriate human relations
· Ability to make prudent and timely decisions; ability to exhibit sound and accurate judgment; ability to explain reasoning for decisions
· Ability to identify and/or prevent problems before they occur; ability to formulate alternative solutions to problems when necessary; ability to transfer learning from past experiences to new experiences of similar nature
· Ability to complete duties, on time; ability to edit the accuracy and thoroughness of one’s work as well as the work of others; ability to constructively apply feedback to improve performance, ability to generate ideas to improve and promote quality in work
· High ability in English to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations; ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals; ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public
· High mathematical ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals; ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
· ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume
· High reasoning ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists; ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
· Bilingual (Spanish) preferred
Workplace Environmental Conditions:
· Ability to tolerate potential harsh weather conditions for short periods of time
· Controlled environment (Office)
Employees agree not to disclose Confidential Information or Proprietary Data to third parties or anyone not on a need\-to\-know basis, directly or indirectly. If Confidential Information or Proprietary Data is used or disclosed, the Employer may take disciplinary action, up to and including termination.
“Legendary Fruit provides reasonable accommodations to assist qualified individuals in order to perform the essential duties/requirements their job requires. The description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements and serves as merely a summary rather than a complete listing of duties. Responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities, and working conditions may change as needs evolve. This job description does not constitute a contract as employment is at will.”
Pay: $22\.00 \- $27\.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Vision insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Wapato, WA 98951