What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Ledger Accountant position at Mountaire Farms?
Primary Purpose
JOB DESCRIPTION
This position will support the Controller and perform month-end close, daily and weekly reporting, administer the Project Costing system, capital expenditure request (CER) set-ups, account reconciliations, budgeting and maintaining general ledger accuracy and visibility to the appropriate internal stakeholders.
Major Duties & Responsibilities
About Us
Are you looking for more than just a job? The culture at Mountaire is one of our greatest strengths and most valued assets. We maintain the same core values and family-focused work environment that we’ve operated with since day one. You will find that your peers, supervisor and team members are genuinely committed to, not only your success, but also working together to provide high-quality products to our customers. We are a service to one another and to our customers, demonstrating operational excellence and outstanding performance.
Mountaire Overview
ABOUT THE TEAM
Mountaire Farms is an agricultural food production and processing company providing work for over 10,000 people at facilities in Arkansas, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, and North Carolina. Now the fourth largest chicken company in the United States, we are still family owned and fully committed to giving back to the communities where we do business. At Mountaire Farms, our culture is what defines us. It sets us apart from our competition and reinforces what we stand for. Supporting each other, uplifting each other, and helping each other succeed -- that’s the Mountaire way! Our vision is to provide growth, stability, and opportunities for our people, our customers, and our communities by profitably delivering wholesome quality chicken.
Total Compensation
Mountaire also offers an amazing total compensation package! A few examples of our benefits that may be offered to you are: eight paid holidays, Medical Plans with free onsite Health and Wellness Centers, Dental and Vision Programs, Employee Assistance Program for you and your family, Retirement Planning with 401(k), Profit Sharing, Employee Discounted Chicken Sales, Employee Discounts with partners (Car Purchase, Phone Plans, & Shopping), Tuition Reimbursement and many exciting career development programs!
JOB DESCRIPTION
This position will support the Controller and perform month-end close, daily and weekly reporting, administer the Project Costing system, capital expenditure request (CER) set-ups, account reconciliations, budgeting and maintaining general ledger accuracy and visibility to the appropriate internal stakeholders.
Major Duties & Responsibilities
- Completes month-end close functions including Journal entries and publishing month-end reports as well as account reconciliations. Prepares ad-hoc reporting as needed. Assists with month-end reporting and tracking commodity inventory.
- Maintains and supports Project Costing to include user support and assistance as needed.
- Schedules and prepares monthly cost reviews for customer visibility of details.
- Continues to learn about industry-developing competency and commitment.
- Promotes and maintains a safe and secure work environment in accordance with Mountaire policies.
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance.
- 2 - 3 years' experience in a related field.
- Proficient in Excel and the ability to learn new systems.
- Demonstrated presentation skills.
About Us
Are you looking for more than just a job? The culture at Mountaire is one of our greatest strengths and most valued assets. We maintain the same core values and family-focused work environment that we’ve operated with since day one. You will find that your peers, supervisor and team members are genuinely committed to, not only your success, but also working together to provide high-quality products to our customers. We are a service to one another and to our customers, demonstrating operational excellence and outstanding performance.
Mountaire Overview
ABOUT THE TEAM
Mountaire Farms is an agricultural food production and processing company providing work for over 10,000 people at facilities in Arkansas, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, and North Carolina. Now the fourth largest chicken company in the United States, we are still family owned and fully committed to giving back to the communities where we do business. At Mountaire Farms, our culture is what defines us. It sets us apart from our competition and reinforces what we stand for. Supporting each other, uplifting each other, and helping each other succeed -- that’s the Mountaire way! Our vision is to provide growth, stability, and opportunities for our people, our customers, and our communities by profitably delivering wholesome quality chicken.
Total Compensation
Mountaire also offers an amazing total compensation package! A few examples of our benefits that may be offered to you are: eight paid holidays, Medical Plans with free onsite Health and Wellness Centers, Dental and Vision Programs, Employee Assistance Program for you and your family, Retirement Planning with 401(k), Profit Sharing, Employee Discounted Chicken Sales, Employee Discounts with partners (Car Purchase, Phone Plans, & Shopping), Tuition Reimbursement and many exciting career development programs!