Accountant, Financial Reporting, Financial Analyst

Job Overview

The Accountant will be responsible for financial planning, analysis, and reporting functions for the assigned business area. This role will support the preparation of forecasts, help establish processes and guidelines to assist with the budgeting process.

• Ensure accurate financial data, maintaining key reporting inputs, monitoring cost drivers, and supporting process improvements to strengthen financial performance and business decision‑making.
• Support weekly and monthly close activities.
• Reporting and providing insight to monthly operation results.
• Supporting all production reporting and inventory functions.
• Reporting and analysis of Cost Savings and/or Cost reduction activities.
• Providing financial analysis and cost estimates in support of new product development or cost reductions.
• Prepare and track Capital Investment Requests (CIRs) in alignment with Tyson financial approval processes.
• Participating in Annual Operating Plan.
• Aiding in preparation of financial forecasts.
• Partner cross-functionally with Operations, HR, and other departments to ensure alignment with company policies and accurate financial reporting.
• Support internal and external audit activities, ensuring compliance with company policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Supporting LEAN and Safety initiatives as appropriate.
• Assist with ad hoc analysis, reporting, and special projects as assigned.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Experience:
  
  1+ years of relevant accounting or finance experience required, preferably in a manufacturing or plant environment. Completion of the Tyson Poultry F&A Trainee Program is equivalent to one year of professional experience for entry‑level Finance & Accounting roles, based on completion of both operations and F&A training components.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word required; experience with enterprise systems (e.g., SAP, Workday, UKG) preferred.
• Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Supervisory:
  May oversee clerical or administrative accounting personnel.
• Travel:
  Minimal.

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)

Hourly Applicants ONLY
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The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

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Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.

Tyson Foods, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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