Accounting Clerk I

Accounting Clerk I

At Hilmar Cheese Company we improve lives around the world through wholesome dairy products. Since our founding in 1984, Hilmar Cheese Company has been committed to innovation and sustainability. Our state-of-the art production facilities convert an abundance of locally sourced high-quality milk into a variety of nutritious cheeses, whey protein and lactose. The Cheese and Ingredients that we produce create a wide variety of retail and food service products from sliced and shredded cheeses, to protein supplements and infant formula. We are a trusted partner to premier food and beverage brands in more than fifty countries helping bring their vision into reality. Throughout our decades of success and growth we have remained committed to our mission and values and these principles unite our people and guide all that we do.

A Typical Day Coordinates production data processing, reporting, and administrative functions by reconciling daily data, preparing production analysis, and accounts payable invoice processing. Serves internal teams, producers, and vendors with accurate, timely information while supporting operational continuity.

Job Responsibilities Review and reconcile milk tag data for direct ship producers and outside suppliers, including daily analysis and balancing. Review and update milk component averages to support accurate processing and reporting. Prepare weekly production reports and analysis. Fulfill ad hoc data requests related to production history for producers, outside vendors, and the field team. Match invoices, including vendor, price, and quantity verification to approved purchase orders and receiving documents. Verify proper authorizations, signature limits, and supporting documentation. Process invoice data entry accurately and timely. Review and resolve invoice discrepancies; communicate with vendors and internal departments as needed. Research and reconcile vendor statements, inquiries, and requests. Maintain organized electronic and physical AP records in compliance with retention and audit standards. Ensure adherence to internal accounting controls, company policies, and audit requirements. Cross-train across additional department functions to support team coverage and operational continuity.

What You Will Need High School Diploma plus 5 years' of related experience. 3-5 years' experience working in a high-volume, fast-paced work environment. Proficient with MS Office Suite: Outlook, Excel, Word Understanding of internal accounting controls.

What Will Put You Ahead High School Diploma plus 7 years' related experience. Knowledge of dairy industry.

Physical Demands & Work Environment The work is primarily performed in an office environment and the physical demands are characteristic of a mostly sedentary role. Specific details of the essential functions of the position is available in the Job Safety Analysis, made available on request. Safety and Food Safety is a company-wide responsibility and each employee must know their role in the manufacturing and distribution of safe, wholesome, and high quality products and expected safe behavior in our work environment. Food safety is a companywide responsibility and each employee must know their role in the manufacture and distribution of safe, wholesome, and high quality products.

This description is a general statement and does not include other duties as assigned Hilmar Cheese Company, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer/EEO. We participate in E-Verify. English Information | Spanish Information Salary Range: USD ($21.11 - $29.44) ANN The final compensation offered within this range will depend on factors including the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.