Clerk, Accounting

Sanderson Farms
United States
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeFunction: Finance & AccountingExperience: 2+ yearsEducation: high_schoolSkills: ["Attention to detail","Problem solving","Organizational skills","Communication","Initiative"]

Handle general accounting for the assigned location, performing accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger tasks under minimal supervision. Review and verify payroll data, prepare and enter payments, collect and analyze data, and reconcile discrepancies. Partner with Operations to resolve production report variances and investigate unmatched invoices. Train others on policies and procedures while supporting required safety practices.

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Sanderson Farms
Sanderson Farms
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Clerk, Accounting

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Job Summary

Handle general accounting for the assigned location, performing accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger tasks under minimal supervision. Review and verify payroll data, prepare and enter payments, collect and analyze data, and reconcile discrepancies. Partner with Operations to resolve production report variances and investigate unmatched invoices. Train others on policies and procedures while supporting required safety practices.
Location: United States
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Finance & Accounting
Seniority: Mid level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Perform accounting processes including A/P, A/R, and general ledger tasks such as matching, coding, and entering invoices; maintain and review vendor files.
  • •Review and verify assigned location payroll accuracy, generate reports, and make corrections per each pay period.
  • •Calculate and prepare payments and enter them into the system, including settlements, bank assignments, and related items.
  • •Collect, analyze, and report operational data (inventory, headcount, payroll) and partner with Operations to resolve report variances.
  • •Prepare and enter general ledger entries, reconcile discrepancies before entry, and investigate unmatched invoices with internal departments.

Key Requirements

  • •High school diploma (or equivalent) with an associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or business preferred.
  • •Minimum two (2) years of relevant clerical and accounts payable or accounts receivable experience.
  • •A/P or A/R experience within a manufacturing setting is preferred.
  • •Strong communication skills (verbal and written) with exceptional attention to detail.
  • •Proficient computer and math skills with strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple projects.
Experience:2+ yearsAccounts payableAccounts receivableManufacturing
Education:High School in Accounting, Finance, business
Skills:Attention to detailProblem solvingOrganizational skillsCommunicationInitiative

Company Brief

Sanderson Farms
Produces and processes poultry products, including fresh and frozen chicken, for retail, foodservice, and industrial customers. One of the largest vertically integrated poultry companies in the United States, with operations spanning hatcheries, feed mills, processing, and distribution.
Industry: Food Production
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Revenue: USD 1B+
Growth: Established Company
Funding: Private Equity Backed
Headquarters: Laurel, United States
Founded: 1947
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