Associate Accountant-Center, TX

Tyson Foods
United States
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeFunction: Finance & AccountingEducation: bachelorsSkills: ["Analytical skills","Problem-solving","Communication","Independent work","Prioritization"]

Support plant accounting and operational finance by analyzing production yields, process orders, labor, material, and manufacturing variances. Review time and attendance records, assist with payroll processing and coverage, and help with month-end close. Prepare journal entries and reconcile accounts while maintaining accurate data in financial systems and ensuring compliance with internal controls. Partner with Operations, HR, Finance, and plant leadership, including time on the production floor to understand drivers of variances and support continuous improvement.

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Tyson Foods
Tyson Foods
1 day ago

Associate Accountant-Center, TX

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Job Summary

Support plant accounting and operational finance by analyzing production yields, process orders, labor, material, and manufacturing variances. Review time and attendance records, assist with payroll processing and coverage, and help with month-end close. Prepare journal entries and reconcile accounts while maintaining accurate data in financial systems and ensuring compliance with internal controls. Partner with Operations, HR, Finance, and plant leadership, including time on the production floor to understand drivers of variances and support continuous improvement.
Location: United States
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Finance & Accounting
Seniority: Entry level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Analyze production yields, process orders, labor, material, and manufacturing variances to provide operational insights.
  • •Review time and attendance records and assist with payroll processing and coverage.
  • •Support month-end close activities, including preparing journal entries and account reconciliations.
  • •Maintain data accuracy within financial systems and ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies.
  • •Develop understanding of plant operations by spending time on the production floor and identifying root causes behind yield, labor, and production variances.
Travel: Low travel

Pay and Benefits

Perks:Paid Leave401kHealth InsuranceLife InsuranceDentalVisionPrescription Drug

Key Requirements

  • •Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (or experience commensurate with knowledge typically acquired through a four-year degree).
  • •6+ months work experience preferred but not required.
  • •Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications; Excel required; Word and PowerPoint experience.
  • •Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • •SAP experience is a plus.
Education:Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance
Skills:Analytical skillsProblem-solvingCommunicationIndependent workPrioritization
Tech Stack:Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft OfficeMicrosoft WordMicrosoft PowerPointSAPERPPayroll

Company Brief

Tyson Foods
Tyson Foods is a global food company that produces and markets chicken, beef, and pork products, along with prepared foods and packaged protein brands for retail and foodservice customers.
Industry: Food Production
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Revenue: USD 1B+
Growth: Public Company
Valuation: Public Company (Market Cap in USD)
Funding: IPO / Publicly Listed
Headquarters: Springdale, United States
Founded: 1935
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