Accounting Associate

Perform a variety of complex clerical and entry level bookkeeping and accounting tasks. Apply accepted procedures to the preparation and maintenance of accounting and other records. Prepare financial, statistical, and/or technical reports.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

* Prepare daily production spreadsheets in system while verifying accuracy in SAP

* Input daily fluid sales into spreadsheet for accurate billing, ensuring documentation is done correctly and timely

* Answer phone, directs calls and welcome visitors

* Manage employee cheese sales including distributing cheese, verifying inventory, collecting cash and reconciling weekly sales

* Prepare daily and weekly production yields and associated reports

* File and maintain clerical records and reports pertinent to accounting, sales and production

* Complete coding of invoices in a timely manner for AP payment processing

* Track and input capital expenditure payments into spreadsheet for monthly reporting

* Maintain accounts payables in good standing including monitoring goods receipt/invoice receipt report (GR/IR) to prevent past due payments

* Review vendor statements for accuracy and follow up on any past due payments

* Assist the purchasing department with processing purchase orders and accounts payables

* Prepare and distribute weekly purchase order report

* Verify monthly milk volumes for billing

* Reconcile milk and milk products receipts and usages daily and monthly

* Identify, recommend improvements, and automate accounting functions in SAP and offline processes. Document findings, areas for improvement, and procedures. Provide support to plant personnel on SAP financial accounting issues

* Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues

* Dedicate effort to safety and participate in required plant safety initiatives

* Exhibit the values and ethics of Dairy Farmers of America through honesty, discretion, and sound judgment

* Adhere to all DFA Quality, Safety and GMP policies and procedures and report any nonconformity

* Attend required training, including but not limited to, Safety, GMP, Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP), and Safe Quality Foods (SQF)

* Responsible for monitoring and taking corrective actions when necessary for a critical control point as part of the plant HACCP plan

* 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

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

* High School Diploma or GED required

* Associate's Degree in Accounting preferred

* Previous experience in accounting environment preferred

* May be required to obtain and maintain certifications and/or licenses in the future

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

* Knowledge of company computer systems and Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and SAP

* Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing

* Able to multi-task and problem solve

* Able to prioritize and meet deadlines

* Able to effectively analyze and interpret data

* Must be able to read, write, and speak English

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans