Staff Accountant

PURPOSE OF THIS ROLE

The Staff Accountant will be a key resource to the Accounting & Finance department and to the other departments in the organization that require assistance in accounting related matters. As part of our accounting team, you support senior accounting professionals with tracking and reporting key financial information vital to our ongoing operations and success. You accurately enter data into our secure database, analyze information trends according to departmental needs, and compile reports that senior accountants can present to decision-makers and leadership within the organization. This role is essential in maintaining a strong accounting resource for Daisy Brand.

MAJOR ACTIVITIES TO ENSURE ACHIEVEMENT OF KEY RESULTS AND DELIVERABLES

• Prepare and post journal entries while understanding their potential impact on the General Ledger
• Reconcile various balance sheet accounts as assigned
• Assist in the generation and review of monthly supporting schedules
• Analyze and provide insight into monthly results versus budget and/or forecasts
• Analyze and research expense activity to ensure proper timing and classification in accordance with corporate policy and US GAAP
• Contribute to improvements towards accounting best practices for the company by evaluating current procedures and making recommendations that lead to cost reductions and other efficiencies
• Carry out special projects and other duties as assigned
• Deliver ad-hoc requests in a timely manner
  
  

Key Results And Deliverables (what Does Success Look Like)

• Strong and dependable resource to the Accounting Manager and Accounting Team
• Become subject matter expert in Staff Accountant role and deliver timely and accurate results
• Establish strong working relationships with Accounting & Finance and cross functional departments
• Be proactive in achieving excellence both for yourself and for the team
• Consistent and effective approach to managing assigned tasks with the focus on using AI-enabled tools and automation to improve efficiency and accuracy.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related discipline. (Accounting Information Systems (AIS), Master of Science in Accounting and Information Technology (MSAIT), Management Information Systems (MIS), Business Analytics, and AI for Business)
• Part-Time or Internship experience in an accountant role is a plus.
• Sound knowledge of GL accounting to include Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP); exposure to accounts payable is a plus.
• Exceptional computer literacy with Excel and Microsoft Office Suite software, Power BI, Power Automation/Powe Apps; previous experience with ERP software is a plus.
• Desired experience or strong interest in AI, machine learning, automation, and analytics in an accounting context.
• Proven ability to work effectively with all levels of staff and management.
• Ability to promote and participate in team environment concepts.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Strong listening, presentation, and communication skills
• Possesses a “can do” attitude.
  
  

Company Overview

Daisy Brand is the market leader in two billion-dollar categories – sour cream and cottage cheese. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, we’ve earned the trust of Americans through consistency and quality across five generations as a family-owned company. Our success has been guided by a simple belief: good food, much like good work, starts with integrity. That mindset continues to shape how we make our products, run our business, and support the people behind the brand.

 At Daisy Brand, tradition and innovation go hand in hand. We invest thoughtfully in advancements that strengthen our products and operations, supporting responsible, long-term growth. In 2025, we broke ground on a new manufacturing facility in Boone, Iowa, further strengthening our supply chain alongside our established plants in Garland, Texas; Casa Grande, Arizona; and Wooster, Ohio. Looking ahead, our state-of-the-art Innovation Center, opening in 2026, will bring together research, food science, culinary, and technology teams to shape the future of our products. Recent work from these teams includes the development of the squeeze pouch and new line of dips, reflecting an intentional approach to modernization while staying true to the quality our consumers expect.

 At the heart of Daisy Brand is its people. The company is intentionally structured to be collaborative and accessible, with an entrepreneurial mindset encouraged at every level. We hire with the goal of building long-term careers and provide an environment where employees are trusted to think critically, take initiative, and continue learning. Growth here isn’t accidental; it’s actively supported and shared.

 To support our employees and their families, Daisy Brand offers a people-first benefits package that includes:

• A no deductible, $0 premium option for employee only medical coverage
• Access to virtual healthcare and wellness programs
• A 401(k) program with company match, plus weekly safe harbor and annual profit-sharing contributions
• Company paid short and long-term disability coverage and 2x annual salary in life and AD&D insurance
• Four weeks of paid time off, plus 20 hours of floating holidays in your first full year of employment
• Annual rollover and payout options for any unused paid time off
• Paid time for volunteering and community involvement
• Tuition reimbursement and ongoing professional development opportunities
• Fitness and wellness incentives
• And more.
  
  

Daisy Brand is a nicotine-free company. Daisy Brand is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans and disabled encouraged to apply.