Dairy Farmers Of America Kansas City , KS 66101
Posted 1 week ago
Support the financial reporting efforts of manufacturing accounting by assisting with respect to month-end close tasks, preparation and review of financial statements, financial data analysis and reporting, account reconciliation, and trouble-shooting accounting-related issues. Assist in ensuring the adherence to standard accounting practices.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Perform month-end close procedures including posting journal entries and account reconciliations
Provide guidance and support in the month-end close process for accounting personnel at respective plants and assigned business units
Establish and nurture relationships with intra-office and plant personnel
Review and analyze plant month-end income statement and balance sheet and investigate unusual or unexpected trends and implement corrective action
Participate and assist with the budgeting and forecasting processes and various supporting analysis
Work closely with the Consumer Retail Marketing group to understand annual advertising and promotions budget and ongoing plans
Responsible for expense and budget analysis of Consumer Retail advertising and promotions activity
Participate in the processing of Accounts Payable invoicing through automated workflow for various plants.
Fulfill inquires and engage in ad-hoc analysis and reporting as needed to support departments within and external to the division
Assist with ad-hoc projects, data analysis requests, and management reporting on multiple levels of management
Identify and implement opportunities for process improvement within areas of responsibility
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.
Minimum Requirements:
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in Accounting with 3 to 5 years of progressive accounting experience
5+ years of accounting experience preferred
Manufacturing experience preferred
Experience with ERP applications preferred, such as SAP
Certification and/or License - CPA and/or MBA preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
Advanced organizational and time management skills, including ability to multitask and set priorities for multiple divisions
Collaborate effectively and foster strong teamwork skills
Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability and willingness to work with a sense of urgency and within deadlines
Maintain confidentiality of information
Demonstrate solid business judgment and decision-making skills
Strong knowledge of US GAAP
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Dairy Farmers Of America