Associate Accounting Specialist

Butterball•Goldsboro, NC

About The Position

Performs clerical work in support of the organization's finance function. Helps maintain accurate records and ensures all transactions are completed according to company policies and legal requirements. Provides accounting support to operations and gains understanding of accounting principles and standards. At Butterball, we exist to help people pass love on. As the most recognized name in turkey, the brand represents more than 60 years of cherished memories, providing quality, great tasting products that make meals something to celebrate every day. We proudly believe that life at Butterball means having a team who supports you, having the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, and making an impact on the health of others daily. Whether you choose to work at one of our five (5) manufacturing facilities in NC, AR, MO, farms in AR, NC, and KS, corporate office in NC, IL, or in the field, we believe we have an opportunity for everyone to succeed. At Butterball, we believe in fostering a culture where every team member is valued, has the opportunity to grow professionally and contribute to our success. Join us in our Purpose and apply for an opportunity today!

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
Good learning agility
Organization, time-management, and multi-tasking skills with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines
Good communication and teamwork skills
Ability to solve routing problems using established standards
Working knowledge of Microsoft Suites and ability to learn new technologies
Detail-orientated with the ability to maintain accuracy in data entry
Good customer service skills with the ability to handle sensitive information
Basic math skills
Ability to learn accounting principles, financial regulations, and reporting standards

Nice To Haves

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
Experience working in SAP

Responsibilities

Helps maintain accurate and complete basic financial records ensuring compliance with accounting principles and standards.
Aids with gathering and validating data for financial reporting which may include monthly or annual reporting tasks.
Completes data entry.
Helps identify errors and learns to support resolution.
Provides administrative support for finance-related documentation and tasks including filing, scanning, and document organization.
Learns all regulations and accounting practices and procedures.
Collaborates to provide accurate support documentation, including providing basic administrative support for audits.
Communicates internally and externally to resolve billing and payment discrepancies.
Supports reconciliation efforts for accounts, statements, data entry, etc.
Assists with the preparation, verification, and processing of financial documentation which may include invoices, payments, and purchase orders.