Staff Accountant Jobs

At Dairy Farmers of America (DFA) we are proud to be a farmer-owned milk marketing cooperative. Our Beverage and Dairy Foods Division finds innovative ways to use milk components to work with world class customers to develop, manufacture and package their products. We offer a culture of inclusion and engagement that empowers our employees through training, business understanding and growth opportunities. It takes an incredible team to deliver the goodness of our products – come join us!

Position Profile:

The Staff Accountant is a financial business partner with the Accounts Payable and Cost Accounting leadership teams to facilitate and achieve accurate and timely financial information along with supporting month end close activities. The Staff Accountant is expected to work closely with suppliers to ensure proper execution of business practices, contracts, and advancing improvement efforts. The position is an important part of the financial talent pipeline.

Responsibilities:

• Support accounts payable functions
• Review packaging and ingredient pricing and ensure price changes are approved by the appropriate customer if needed
• Assist with month-end close activities
• Financial role
• Research and resolve accounts payable issues by working directly with suppliers, plant associates, and our Corporate AP Department
• Complete account reconciliations and all other reporting as assigned
• Accounts payable financial reporting and analysis
• This position works closely with Divisional management, accounting personnel, and Corporate Finance department
• Post transactions in the ERP system, including journal entries, allocations, reconciliations, inventory revaluation, and adjustments
• Reporting and Analysis
• Reports to Accounts Payable Manager
• Develop and execute systematic processes that ensure strong internal controls including; data integrity, asset protection, and adherence to corporate policies
• Assist in oversight and analysis of assigned plant inventories
• Organizational Relationships

Minimum Requirements:

• 0-3 years of experience in the accounting field
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or relevant discipline
• Strong financial acumen with demonstrated analytical ability—understands Profit and Loss along with Balance sheet dynamics

Preferred Qualifications:

• SAP system experience
• Additional certifications a plus (CPA, CMA, MBA)
• Proficient use of Excel

Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Skill in critical thinking, analysis, mathematical calculations, and statistical evaluations
• Able to read, write, and speak English
• Able to present to diverse audiences from front line team members to senior management
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Skill in quantitative financial analysis techniques, including data interpretation and analysis
• Knowledge of business theory, business processes, and management
• The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the employee; but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required.
• Able to work independently or in collaboration fostering a positive team approach
• Knowledge of general accepted accounting principles (GAAP) related to accounting and financial reporting
• Able to work with accuracy and attention to detail
• Able to manage multiple projects to meet deadlines

An Equal Opportunity Employer