ACCOUNTANT I

Accounting Assistant

This position assists with weekly production reports, finished inventories and transfers from other plants. Assists Accounting Manager as needed with other duties including, but not limited to, month end closing and reporting, physical inventory test counts and adjustments, payroll audits and asset audits. Works closely with operations to reduce costs through reporting and analysis. Assists with preparation of operational and capital budgets. Assists with development of internal control procedures, standards and compliance as it pertains to generally accepted accounting principles.

• Assist with preparation of reports which summarize business activity operational expenses and variances including weekly estimates.
• Assist with the development of internal control procedures, standards and compliance.
• Ensure adequate coverage of all hourly functions and cross training for vacations, holidays, sick time, etc.
• Assist with the preparation of yearly budgets.
• Prepare reports as needed for trucking and pet food profit centers.
• Analysis of raw material receipts on a daily basis to ensure accuracy.
• Produce truck driver payroll.
• Work with internal and external audit agencies on quarterly and annual audit reviews. Participate in periodic test counts and fixed asset audits.
• Responsible for inventory controls and accuracy.

Qualifications

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field is required. EOE/Vet/Disabled