Sales & Operations Accountant

Sales & Operations Accountant

#35379

Location:

Joplin, MO

Company:
Jasper Products

Category:
Finance

Job Description

Position Summary:

The Sales & Operations Accountant in a beverage manufacturing operation is responsible for managing, analyzing and reconciling all sales-related financial activities. This role ensures accurate revenue reporting, compliance with pricing structures and effective coordination between sales, operations and accounting teams. The Sales & Operations Accountant supports operational decision making by providing financial insights into sales performance, margins and customer profitability.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Sales Accounting & Revenue Management

* Evaluate and validate sales orders, delivery notes, and proof of delivery.

* Verify adherence to approved pricing strategies, promotional discounts, and volume-based incentives.

* Reconcile and analyze sales and operational accounts, investigate variances, support collections efforts.

* Review and interpret sales contract proposals and ensure customer pricing adherence to agreed upon sales contracts.

Financial Reporting & Analysis

* Prepare weekly and monthly sales performance reports with detailed variance analysis.

* Analyze margins by product line, formulas, customer segment, and region.

* Provide revenue forecasts in coordination with sales and production planning.

* Support annual budget and periodic forecasting processes.

* Maintain accurate records for audits and compliance reviews.

Cost & Inventory Coordination

* Collaborate with production and inventory teams to verify finished goods movement and stock accuracy.

* Support cost analysis on packaging, raw materials, and logistics and profitability impact.

Internal Controls & Compliance

* Ensure adherence to internal accounting policies and beverage industry regulations.

* Maintain proper documentation for pricing approvals, contracts, and rebate programs.

* Assist with internal and external audits related to sales and revenue.

Cross - Functional Support

* Work closely with Sales, Operations, Logistics, and Customer Service to resolve billing, pricing, and delivery discrepancies.

* Support management with ad - hoc sales and financial analysis.

Education and Experience:

Required:

* Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field.

* 2-5 years of accounting experience (manufacturing preferred).

* Strong understanding of revenue recognition and general accounting principles.

* Proficiency in ERP systems a plus.

* Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, data analysis).

Preferred:

* Experience in beverage or food manufacturing.

* Knowledge of sales incentive structures, distributor models, and promotional accounting.

* Familiarity with inventory and cost accounting.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

* High attention to detail and accuracy.

* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

* Excellent communication and cross - department collaboration abilities.

* Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast - paced production and sales environment.

* Integrity and commitment to financial accuracy.

* Salary commensurate with experience

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans