Accounting clerk III

Mount Vernon, Washington, United States.
Job 81943 Job Category Administrative/Clerical

Perdue Foods has a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins by creating products for consumers and for retail and food service customers around the globe while changing the way animals are raised for food. It is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals.

We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we’re committed to helping our team members thrive.
That’s Perdue.

Summary

Help keep plant operations running on accurate, reliable financial information. As an Accounting Clerk III, you will prepare daily, weekly, and monthly production reporting and support the monthly close process through journal entries, reconciliations, and plant cost estimates. You will work closely with plant management and the Harvest Plant Accounting team to gather and analyze data that helps ensure costs are charged correctly and results are reported with integrity.

This role is ideal for a detail-oriented, analytical problem-solver who takes ownership of their work, collaborates well with others, and thrives while managing multiple priorities.

This position has a target wage of $23.00 - $34.25 per hour, based on shift, experience and qualifications with annual bonus available (variable depending on performance). Overtime may be available.

• medical/Rx
• 401(k) with employer match after 1 year
• critical illness
• accident insurance
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• optional group life insurance
• short-term and long-term disability protection
• flexible spending accounts and paid time off

Schedule
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Monday through Friday, 7:00am-3:30pm

• Prepare accurate and timely daily, weekly, and monthly plant statistical reporting, daily yield and production reporting, analysis, and graphs.
• Prepare accurate and timely weekly cost estimates for Plant, Paws, and Live Haul for review by the supervisor.
• Prepare accurate and timely monthly cost estimates and compare them to the General Ledger.
• Prepare accounting journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations to assist with monthly close duties.
• Prepare analysis on packaging, ingredients, and purchases greater than $5,000 for capitalization.
• Prepare analysis on operating costs to ensure accounts are charged correctly.
• Perform financial audits as required by the financial review checklist and prepare government surveys as required.
• Support the Plant Accounting Manager with special requests and graphs, and provide backup support for other positions within the Harvest Plant Accounting team.
• Enter movements and live receiving daily.
• Assist Operations with clearing GRIR and blocked invoices.

Minimum Education and Experience

• Associate's degree in accounting or business.
• 1-2 years of work experience, or in the absence of an associate's degree, total experience equal to 5 years.
• Strong reading, communication, math, writing, and analytical skills.
• Office administration, clerical, and computer skills with a working knowledge of Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SAP, Kronos, and other office software.
• Detail-oriented and able to multitask.
• Able to work with minimum supervision; the day-to-day work is the associate's responsibility, and supervisor approval is required in extraordinary situations.

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