Fontanini- Cost Accounting Specialist

Hormel Foods Family of Companies•La Grange, IL

18h

About The Position

Verify production information for all assigned processing areas and enter it into the system. Maintain an accurate working inventory for all packaging, direct supplies, and all work in process (WIP) items. This will include cycle counting entries and other transactions. Investigate all variance between digital and physical inventory. Resolve issues independently or with guidance by the Lead Cost Clerk. Assist internal and external customers with inventory questions. Prepare various reports recapping information on a daily, weekly and monthly basis for review by management. Follow all Fontanini policies, safety rules, Standard Operating Procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices. Work productively without direct supervision. Assist in teamwork support with cross-training with the team and occasionally support that role by performing duties. Ex: Payroll coverage. Analyze reports such as cost compares and provide variance explanations and/or corrective actions. Assist in all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

One year of post high school education in accounting or equivalent experience
Experience with computers and ability to learn and use custom computer programs
Demonstrated computer proficiency including Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
Excellent organization and time management skills, with exceptional attention to detail, thoroughness and accuracy
Demonstrated strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong communication skills, written and verbal, with proficiency in English, written and verbal

Nice To Haves

Preferred: Associate degree with a highly relevant combination of years of applicable work/industry experience and training; or Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in accounting or similar related fields.
Experience working in manufacturing or food industry.

Responsibilities

Verify production information for all assigned processing areas and enter it into the system.
Maintain an accurate working inventory for all packaging, direct supplies, and all work in process (WIP) items. This will include cycle counting entries and other transactions.
Investigate all variance between digital and physical inventory. Resolve issues independently or with guidance by the Lead Cost Clerk.
Assist internal and external customers with inventory questions.
Prepare various reports recapping information on a daily, weekly and monthly basis for review by management.
Follow all Fontanini policies, safety rules, Standard Operating Procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices.
Work productively without direct supervision.
Assist in teamwork support with cross-training with the team and occasionally support that role by performing duties. Ex: Payroll coverage.
Analyze reports such as cost compares and provide variance explanations and/or corrective actions.
Assist in all other duties as assigned.