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 Requirements: 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 Compensation: $24.50

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