Accountant (CRMa)

Tyson Foods•Springdale, AR

10d

About The Position

This position is part of Corporate Accounting’s Commodity Risk Management accounting department (CRMa), which works closely with the Commodity Procurement Group, Fresh Meats Risk Management, and Prepared Foods Risk Management to review, prepare, and report commodity hedge activity. The role is primarily responsible for enhancing and streamlining current reporting processes and works with Tyson IT Departments on special projects. Other accounting-related duties may be assigned. The role uses tools such as Copilot, Claude, Power BI, and Python to combine multiple data sources, maintain and create reports in Commodity Risk Management business software, and build dashboards from departmental reports. It also automates manual operational processes using scripting and SQL coding, partners with Operations and other departments to support policy alignment and accurate financial reporting, and supports internal and external audits. 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 an academic field directly related to the job; Accounting, Finance, Business Analytics, or Management Information Systems is preferred.
At least 1 year of experience.
Working knowledge of SAP.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Access, and Power BI.
Excellent written, presentation, and verbal communication skills.
Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills.
Willingness and ability to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

At least 12 accounting credit hours.
Knowledge of analytical and coding platforms such as SQL, Python, SharePoint, and MS Power Apps.
Certified Public Accountant credential or eligibility to sit for the CPA exam.

Responsibilities

Enhance and streamline current reporting processes.
Use Copilot, Claude, Power BI, Python, and multiple data sources to maintain and create reports in Commodity Risk Management business software.
Build dashboards using the suite of departmental reports.
Automate manual operational processes in Commodity Risk Management business software using scripting and SQL coding.
Partner cross-functionally with Operations 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.
Work with Tyson IT Departments on special projects.
Perform other supportive accounting-related duties as assigned.