What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Assistant position at SHELL ROCK SOY PROCESSING LLC?
About Us
Shell Rock Soy Processing is the new soy crush plant that is currently being built in Shell Rock, Iowa. When operational in 2022, this plant will crush 38.5 million bushels of soybeans annually, and will create 50-60 high quality jobs. This plant will supply both food and fuel needs. Shell Rock Soy Processing will be a game changer that will propel value-added agriculture forward in Iowa.
JOB SUMMARY
The Accounting Assistant will support the Accounting Manager by providing oversight for the vendor payment process and general bookkeeping. The Accounting Assistant is responsible for entering vendor payables, bookkeeping, and assisting with month end close in a timely and accurate fashion.
JOB FUNCTIONS
Below is a listing of the job functions this position performs:
- Partners with Accounting Manager on month end, accounts payable and ad hoc reporting.
- Perform vendor account management and ensure timely entry of accounts payable
- Perform all accounting procedures as needed for a soy crush facility
- Maintain proper records, and filing of all documents for compliance and financial audits
- Provide customer service to vendors
- Submit reports in a timely and accurate manner as required
- Perform all other duties assigned by supervisor(s)
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
- Strong customer service skills
- Problem solving skills
- Attention to detail
- Analytical
- Time Management
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work in a team environment
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Associate degree from an accredited university or college, preferably in accounting
- Minimum 2 years of accounting experience preferred in the grain industry
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
x Normal Office Heavy work (lift 30-50 lbs.)
x Light work (lift 10 lbs.) Very heavy work (lift over 50 lbs.)
- Medium work (lift 11-30 lbs.)
x Other physical requirements (note):
- Physically able to monitor and use equipment as needed
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear
- Ability to drive company owned or personal vehicle
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
It is the policy of Shell Rock Soy Processing to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Shell Rock Soy Processing will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.