Accountant-Wilkesboro, NC

Tyson Farms • Wilkesboro, NC

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About The Position

The Accountant is responsible for financial planning, analysis, and reporting for an assigned business area. The role supports forecast preparation and helps establish processes and guidelines for budgeting. It ensures accurate financial data, maintains key reporting inputs, monitors cost drivers, and supports process improvements that strengthen financial performance and business decision-making. A strong understanding of accounting principles and collaboration with cross-functional partners are integral to the position.

The role may oversee clerical or administrative accounting personnel and involves minimal travel. The successful candidate must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• At least 1 year of relevant accounting or finance experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness and ability to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

• Relevant experience in a manufacturing or plant environment.
• Experience with enterprise systems such as SAP, Workday, or UKG.

Responsibilities

• Support weekly and monthly close activities.
• Report and provide insight into monthly operating results.
• Support production reporting and inventory functions.
• Report and analyze cost-saving and cost-reduction activities.
• Provide financial analysis and cost estimates for new product development or cost reductions.
• Prepare and track Capital Investment Requests (CIRs) in alignment with Tyson financial approval processes.
• Participate in the Annual Operating Plan.
• Assist in preparing financial forecasts.
• Partner cross-functionally with Operations, HR, and other departments to ensure alignment with company policies and accurate financial reporting.
• Support internal and external audit activities and ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Support LEAN and Safety initiatives as appropriate.
• Assist with ad hoc analysis, reporting, and special projects as assigned.
• Use approved AI tools responsibly, safeguard sensitive information, follow company policies, and validate AI-generated outputs.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• 401(k) plans
• Affordable health, life, dental, vision, and prescription drug benefits
• Relocation assistance eligible

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level