Associate Accountant-Sedalia, MO

Job Details: SUMMARY: This position provides comprehensive support working towards continual improvement of day-to-day operations with a keen focus on meeting deadlines, as well as supporting the financial closing and reporting responsibilities. The successful candidate must have a strong knowledge of accounting principles, strong interpersonal skills, initiative, and the ability to work both independently and in close collaboration with others. Responsibilities involve: Collections follow-up on aged accounts. Assist with weekly and monthly close processes. Perform balance sheet account reconciliations. Amortize prepays. Management and retention of documents. Assist with ad hoc management reports, projects as they arise. The position will have the potential to interact with Tyson Team Members across the organization and with various members of Tyson vendors and customers. REQUIREMENTS: Education:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, or experience commensurate with knowledge typically acquired through a four-year degree, is required. Experience:

6-plus months' work experience preferred but not required. Computer Skills:

Requires standard computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). SAP experience will be a plus. Communication Skills:

Must have excellent written and verbal skills. Special Skills:

Self-starter with the ability to work independently or in a team environment; using good judgment to complete tasks; ability to set priorities and coordinate with others. Supervisory:

None. Travel:

1-plus trips per year. All professional team members are expected to demonstrate responsible use of approved AI tools, including safeguarding sensitive information, adhering to company policies, and validating AI-generated outputs. Individual Contributors should demonstrate the ability to integrate AI into daily work, improve efficiency through AI-enabled solutions, evaluate outputs critically, and apply professional judgment when using AI. People Leaders should demonstrate the ability to drive responsible AI adoption, enable effective use of approved solutions, identify opportunities to improve team performance through AI, and ensure accountability for the quality and accuracy of AI-supported outcomes.

Relocation Assistance Eligible: Yes

Work Shift: 1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

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