Operations Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Operations Accountant

At Horizon Organic, we’re growing a culture of passionate people driven to do good for the horizon we all share. We’re building the tomorrow we want to see. Every single day.

Joining our team means being part of a dynamic environment where your skills are valued, and your contributions make a real difference. We offer diverse opportunities for career growth and development. Embark on a rewarding journey with us in shaping the future of organic dairy!

Two generations of families—and counting—have grown up on Horizon Organic® milk. From the start, as the leading organic milk producer in the U.S., Horizon has been committed to delivering innovative, nourishing dairy that growing families can rely on. In 2023, Horizon Organic became a brand of Platinum Equity. Today, Horizon works with more than 500 farmers across the U.S. to bring high-quality, certified organic milk to consumers. For more information on Horizon’s full portfolio of organic dairy products, visit Horizon.com.

About the Job:

We are currently looking to hire an Operations Accountant!

The Operations Accountant supports financial accuracy and operational decision‑making within a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. This role partners closely with operations, supply chain, and finance to analyze manufacturing costs, inventory, and variances, with a strong focus on SAP‑based analysis. The ideal candidate is a self‑starter who proactively improves cost visibility, controls, and processes.

This position is based in Broomfield, CO with an expectation of 3 days per week onsite.

This role may be responsible for, but not limited to:

• Perform month‑end close activities, including journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, inventory accounting, reserves, and variance analysis
• Develop and deliver analysis on cost variances, manufacturing costs, inventory performance vs. plan, excess and obsolete inventory, WIP aging, cycle counts, and cost‑of‑poor‑quality metrics
• Partner with plant to provide understanding of cost accounting and inventory flow through SAP
• Lead the annual standard‑setting and cost‑roll process, including Material, Ingredient, and Packaging (MIP) standards
• Ensure compliance with corporate accounting policies and procedures
• Assist with inventory subledger reconciliation process, as needed

The base compensation range for this position is $75,000 - $95,000 commensurate with experience .

About You:

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting
• Minimum 2 years of experience in operations or manufacturing accounting
• Strong understanding of GAAP, standard costing, inventory accounting, accrual accounting, and cost‑volume‑profit analysis
• Advanced skills in Excel and experience with SAP and BI tools
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and identify and resolve control gaps

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Food or consumer packaged goods manufacturing experience, preferred
• CPA or MBA, preferred