ACCOUNTING MANAGER - Pilgrim's Pride Corporation

Accounting Manager

This position is responsible for all financial aspects of operations accounting as a key member of the facility management team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Preparing or directing preparation of reports summarizing business activity operational expenses and variances.
• Assisting with the development of internal control procedures, standards and compliance.
• Ensuring proper segregation of duties exists and company assets are safeguarded.
• Managing Accounting function at the location to ensure cross-training and adequate coverage across all functions and appropriate staff development.
• Coordinating preparation of yearly budgets.
• Responsible for the preparation of weekly, monthly financials and variance reporting.
• Reconciling appropriate balance sheet accounts as assigned.
• Managing and controlling payroll functions.
• Working with internal and external audit agencies on quarterly and annual income statements.
• Responsible for inventory controls and accuracy.

BASIC SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5-7 years experience combined operational accounting
• Knowledge of SAP or comparable ERP system, Excel and Microsoft.
• Must be able to examine and verify financial documents and reports.
• Must be able to prepare a variety of financial statements, reports and analyses.
• Knowledge of modern office practices, procedures, methods and equipment.
• Knowledge of laws and regulations governing fiscal recordkeeping.
• Understanding of payroll, general ledger, accounts payable, and cost accounting.
• Knowledge of accounting and auditing principles and practices.
• Must be able to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Strong leadership and team skills.
• Knowledge of principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: 4-year degree in Accounting or Finance with 18 credit hours in accounting preferred.

EOE/Vets/Disabled