Accounting Specialist

Pilgrim's • Sanford, NC

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Accounting Specialist position at Pilgrim's works closely with operations and accounting management to ensure the maintenance of internal control procedures, standards, and compliance as it pertains to the Sarbanes Oxley Act and adherence to generally accepted accounting principles. This role involves reconciling various account activities, researching and resolving discrepancies, processing accounting transactions, and analyzing daily operational data. The specialist will also assist with reporting, month-end activities, audits, and internal controls. Communication with customers, transportation partners, and internal departments regarding account, billing, and payment issues is a key part of the role. Additionally, the position requires cross-training and backup support for payroll and timekeeping functions, collaboration with Operations, Live Accounting, and Finance teams for accurate reporting, and support for continuous improvement initiatives. Occasional partial Sunday work may be required to support production reporting, inventory reconciliation, accounting close processes, and operational requirements.

Requirements

• 1-2 years clerical accounting experience preferred.
• Must be able to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Must be able to examine and verify financial documents and reports.
• Must be able to prepare a variety of reports and analyses.
• Knowledge of SAP or comparable ERP system, Excel and Microsoft.
• Knowledge of modern office practices, procedures, methods and equipment.
• Knowledge of accounting and auditing principles and practices.

Nice To Haves

• Associates Degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile production, inventory, sales, transfers, and customer account activity to ensure accuracy across SAP and other business systems.
• Research and resolve discrepancies related to production, inventory, billing, invoices, receivables, credits, deductions, and write-offs.
• Process credits, debits, re-bills, deposits, product returns, and other accounting transactions while maintaining proper documentation.
• Enter, validate, and analyze daily production and operational data, including production, kill, and head count reporting.
• Assist with reporting, month-end activities, audits, internal controls, and Sarbanes-Oxley compliance requirements.
• Communicate with customers, transportation partners, and internal departments regarding account, billing, and payment issues.
• Cross-train and provide backup support for payroll, timekeeping, and other accounting functions as needed.
• Collaborate with Operations, Live Accounting, and Finance teams to ensure accurate financial and operational reporting.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and perform other duties as assigned by management.
• Work partial Sundays as needed to support production reporting, inventory reconciliation, accounting close processes, and operational requirements.

Benefits

• Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment
• Time Off Benefits: Includes flexible unpaid leave, vacation time, and six company-recognized holidays
• 401(k): company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED