What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clerk, Accounting position at Wayne-Sanderson Farms?
PRIMARY FUNCTION: Responsible for performing general accounting processes, (A/P, A/R and general ledger) and administrative duties for assigned location.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:
RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:
- Under minimal supervision, perform a variety of accounting, accounts payable and receivable tasks (i.e. match, code and enter invoices, maintain vendor files, review vendor invoices, etc.) for the assigned location
- Review and verify accuracy of assigned location(s) payroll; generate reports, verifying data and make corrections as specified by supervisors for each pay period
- Calculate and prepare payments (i.e. grower, settlements, bank assignments, IRS fuel levies, bonus and incentive payments, etc.); enter into system for payment
- Collect and analyze data, prepare relevant reports and distribute to appropriate personnel
- Review production reports (i.e. inventory, headcount, payroll, etc.) for accuracy; partner with Operation/Production personnel to rectify report errors/variances; notify appropriate personnel of unrectified discrepancies
- Analyze, prepare and enter data for required general ledger entries; reconcile any discrepancies prior to entry
- Partner with other internal departments to investigate and resolve unmatched invoices
- Train/ cross-train others on new policies and procedures.
- Perform additional duties as assigned
- This is an Individual Contributor role with required competencies: Functional/Technical Skills, Action Oriented, Problem Solving, Learning on the Fly, and Interpersonal Savvy
- High School diploma or equivalent; Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, business preferred
- Minimum two (2) years relevant clerical and accounts payable or accounts receivable experience; A/P or A/R experience within a manufacturing setting preferred
- Strong customer focus with the ability to communicate with internal and external customers in a timely and professional manner
- Must have exceptional communication, both verbal and written, attention to detail and the ability to resolve issues efficiently and effectively
- Proficient computer and math skills
- Self-starter who demonstrates strong initiative and sense of urgency, with the ability to work in a fast paced environment
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects while maintaining attention to detail
- Must possess a strong customer-centric attitude, high energy level and a strong sense of urgency
- Follow and ensure others follow departmental and company safety policies and programs
- Wear required protective equipment in all areas where mandatory
- Frequently sit for long periods of time utilizing office equipment and/or computers.
- Occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.