Staff Accountant - Dairy Manufacturing

Dairy Farmers of America • Schuylkill Haven, PA

8h

About The Position

General Purpose

Perform general accounting duties following established procedures and
guidelines. Complete assigned daily ledger entries and other financial
transactions in accordance with accounting principles. Collect and compile
financial information and assist in preparing accurate and timely financial
reports and accounting statements for management. Assist business unit or
location in meeting monthly closing deadlines. Maintain and report accurate and
timely financial information, ensuring appropriate controls and compliance
processes are followed.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Prepare monthly balance sheets, income statements, and profit and loss
statements, providing timely and accurate accounting entries within the group
or plant
Maintain financial reports, records, and general ledger accounts
Prepare journal entries, analyses, and account reconciliations and assist
with monthly close processes; ensure entries are reconciled, reviewed, and
have appropriate supporting documentation
Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations
Perform a variety of accounting duties that may include:
Coding invoices and setting up new accounts
Reconciling bank accounts, verifying deposits, and addressing inquiries
from banks
Reconciling cash disbursement accounts, payroll, customer accounts, and
other financial accounts; managing accounts receivable collections
Verifying and/or completing payment of invoices associated with accounts
payable and ensuring payments are charged to the appropriate accounts
Providing cost accounting support by updating current costs including milk,
packaging, and ingredients
Posting monthly, quarterly and yearly accruals
Prepare and/or provide information and reports as scheduled or required
Respond to information requests, reviewing financial statements, and
assisting with audits
Maintain knowledge and ensure compliance of generally accepted accounting
principles (GAAP)
The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level
of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of
responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned
as required

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in accounting or related curriculum (or equivalent combination of experience and education)
• Up to 2 years of accounting, finance, or related experience
• Experience with Microsoft Office or similar software
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), balance sheet and income statement methods, internal controls, and other areas related to financial reporting
• Knowledge of and skill with Microsoft Office Suite and company computer systems, specifically accounting software
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Able to complete arithmetic, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division
• Able to conduct research into issues or situations
• Able to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports
• Able to organize time, energy, and resources effectively to achieve goals (i.e., organizational skills)
• Able to work with accuracy and detail oriented
• Able to maintain confidentiality of information
• Must be able to read, write and speak English

Nice To Haves

• Experience with accounting software preferred
• Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly balance sheets, income statements, and profit and loss statements, providing timely and accurate accounting entries within the group or plant
• Maintain financial reports, records, and general ledger accounts
• Prepare journal entries, analyses, and account reconciliations and assist with monthly close processes; ensure entries are reconciled, reviewed, and have appropriate supporting documentation
• Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations
• Perform a variety of accounting duties that may include: Coding invoices and setting up new accounts Reconciling bank accounts, verifying deposits, and addressing inquiries from banks Reconciling cash disbursement accounts, payroll, customer accounts, and other financial accounts; managing accounts receivable collections Verifying and/or completing payment of invoices associated with accounts payable and ensuring payments are charged to the appropriate accounts Providing cost accounting support by updating current costs including milk, packaging, and ingredients Posting monthly, quarterly and yearly accruals
• Prepare and/or provide information and reports as scheduled or required
• Respond to information requests, reviewing financial statements, and assisting with audits
• Maintain knowledge and ensure compliance of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees