Accountant, Financial Reporting, Financial Analyst

Accountant – Pilgrim’s

Marshville, NC

Purpose and Scope/General

Summary:

We are looking for an Accountant for Pilgrim’s in Marshville, NC. In this role, you’ll support financial reporting, inventory reconciliation, and cost analysis while ensuring compliance with GAAP standards. You’ll work closely with operations to identify cost‑saving opportunities and assist with audits, month‑end closing, and internal control development.

• Prepare reports summarizing business activity, operational expenses, and variances.
• Assist with internal control procedures and compliance standards.
• Ensure coverage and cross‑training for hourly functions.
• Collaborate with auditors during quarterly and annual reviews.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and reconcile inventory for live poultry and finished products.
• Review daily raw material receipts to verify accuracy.
• Assist with month‑end closing and reporting activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

• College degree in accounting or related field (preferred).
• 1–3 years of experience in plant production accounting.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in SAP or similar ERP systems, Microsoft Excel, and Office Suite.
• Knowledge of payroll, general ledger, accounts payable, and cost accounting.
• Leadership and team collaboration skills.

• Schedule:
  
  Monday – Friday. Occasional weekend work and training requirements.
• Benefits:
  Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment.
• Paid Time Off:
  Sick leave, vacation, company‑observed holidays, and any other statutorily required paid leave.
• 401(k):
  Company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule.
• Base salary range: $49,585 – $60,246 (based on experience).
• Incentive Pay:
  Eligible to participate in the Company’s annual bonus plan; amount varies and is subject to standard terms and conditions.
• Career Development:
  Continuous learning opportunities and a focus on career growth through various learning and development programs.

Pilgrim’s is a leading global food company with more than 62,000 team members worldwide. The company processes, prepares, packages, and delivers fresh, frozen, and value‑added food products for customers in more than 100 countries. Pilgrim’s operates protein processing plants and prepared foods facilities in 14 states, Puerto Rico, Mexico, the U.K., the Republic of Ireland and continental Europe.

Our mission:
To be the best in all that we do, completely focused on our business, ensuring the best products and services to our customers, a relationship of trust with our suppliers, profitability for our shareholders and the opportunity of a better future for all of our team members.

Our core values are:
Availability, Determination, Discipline, Humility, Ownership, Simplicity, Sincerity.

EOE, including disability/vets.