Accounting Specialist

JBS
Columbia, MO Full Time
POSTED ON 4/27/2023 CLOSED ON 5/22/2023

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Description
Position at Swift Prepared Foods

JOB DESCRIPTION INFORMATION

P osition Title : Accounting Specialist

Type of Job Description : New Job Description

Position Type : Fulltime

Job Catalog Position Title : Accounting Specialist

FLSA Status : Salaried Non-Exempt

Department : Finance

Location : Columbia, MO

Business Unit : Principe Foods

Reports to : Plant Controller

Years of Experience : 1 years of clerical accounting experience

Number of employees Supervised : None

JOB SUMMARY

This individual's responsibilities include working closely with operations and accounting management in regards to accounts receivable, accounts payable, inventory, purchase orders, etc. They will ensure the plant is compliant with internal financial controls, procedures and standards as it pertains to the Sarbanes Oxley Act and ensure adherence to GAAP.

Pay range is $19.00 to $26.70 per hour based on experience

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Researching accounts for receivables, activity, payments, deductions, credits, write-offs. This includes maintaining all proper documentation is in order

Communicating with customers on payment and billing issues

Posting inventory consumption transactions, inventory adjustments and coordinating with operations to plan inventory counts

Audit purchase orders and transactions to ensure proper account and cost center assignments

Identify and prepare adjusting journal entries where necessary

Posting all deposits and credits daily

Backing up for other areas and departments as needed

Other duties as required by management and supervision

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

Associates Degree in accounting/finance; Bachelor's degree preferred; however, a combination of experience and education would be considered

One or more years clerical accounting experience

Experience in manufacturing environment preferred; Food Manufacturing environment a plus

Experience in Microsoft Excel and Word required

Must have experience with, and be able to, examine and verify financial documents and reports

Experience with SAP or comparable ERP system preferred

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Knowledge of modern office practices, procedures, methods and equipment

Knowledge of accounting and auditing principles and practices

Ability to work in a fast paced, team-based environment

Ability to apply good judgment and professional integrity in decision making

Willing and able to visit the production floor while adhering to all required safety and GMP practices

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee should possess to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Frequently required to sit; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear

Lifting of equipment not in excess of 50 lbs

Willing to spend time on production floor in wet and cold environment

Specific vision abilities required include close vision and ability to adjust focus

Limited night/weekend availability may be required for projects

Food Manufacturing Operations Environment

More about us:

Since 1945, Principe has combined its Italian heritage with true craftsmanship to deliver the best Italian meats and charcuterie in the world. To meet growing consumer demand for great-tasting, high-quality Italian meats and charcuterie, Principe Foods is opening a new facility, combining old world traditions with innovative recipes, and expanding the authentic artisan offerings of Principe in the United States.

Swift Prepared Foods, a division of JBS USA, the leading global supplier of diversified, high-quality food products, acquired Principe Foods in February 2022. Swift was founded nearly 150 years ago by Gustavus Swift, a pioneer whose passion and innovative spirit transformed the meat industry.

Now it is your turn to join a company with the mission to use these 100-plus years of knowledge to be the BEST in all we do; completely focused on our business, ensuring the BEST products and services to our customers; a relationship of trust with our suppliers and profitability for our shareholders. All this, we do to provide an opportunity for a better future for all of our TEAM MEMBERS.

Opportunity for career growth - we prefer to promote internal employees into management roles as they are ready for new responsibilities

Comprehensive benefits package for full time employees including Medical, 401(k) and free tuition to select schools

Charitable involvement across Mid-West communities ( Hometown Strong )

Company Culture ( Purpose & Culture )

EOE/Vets/Disability

Salary : $19 - $27

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