About Us

Foremost Farms USA, headquartered in Madison, Wisconsin, is a world-class supplier of cheese, dairy products, and ingredients to national and international markets. As a dairy cooperative, we are owned by the 1,100 dairy farmers who supply our high-quality milk. Our flexible, diverse plant network allows us to manufacture products and ingredients that are most in-demand – and provide a strong, secure market for our member-owners’ milk.

We’re looking for employees who challenge the status quo, innovate and aim for excellence. Because we’re working to be the world’s best – to Be Foremost – we’ll bring out the best in you.

About This Opportunity

JOB TITLE: Accountant, General
POSITION TYPE: Full time
CLASSIFICATION: Exempt

Monday - Friday, hybrid schedule.

Position Overview:

This position is responsible for performing various general ledger and financial reporting duties. This includes assisting with compliance of various external organization requirements such as regulatory reporting, bank compliance, insurance and pension plan updates, activities and annual financial statement compilation and audit compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). This also includes performing many secondary backup functions for the General Accounting Manager, in accordance with company policies and procedures.

Key Accountabilities:

Reporting:

• Provide periodic financial statements for external use
• Complete internal reports in a timely manner as requested by management
• Prepare ad-hoc reports as requested
• Assist with annual audited financial statements
• Maintain schedule of all external reporting requirements
• Provide audit schedules and answer external auditor questions

Compliance:

• File property tax returns
• Complete government surveys
• Provide information for sales/use tax returns
• Assist with annual federal/state income tax returns
• Assist with insurance and pension audit coordination
• Ensure GAAP compliance

General Ledger:

• Submit journal entries as part of month end close responsibilities
• Complete account reconciliations in a timely manner
• Provide GL account coding information to non-finance team members

Fixed Asset Accounting:

• Create/close capital projects in Oracle
• Establish fixed assets in Oracle
• Monitor capital project spending and GAAP compliance
• Calculate depreciation
• Reconcile all capital accounts to the general ledger

Minimum Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications

Physical Setting: Hybrid position, with in-person at the corporate office when necessary

Benefits:

Because you and your family matter, Foremost Farms offers some of the best benefits in the area! Our comprehensive medical plan includes health, vision, dental, and prescription insurance. You can choose to enroll in a single or family plan with low monthly premiums and low annual deductibles ($250/$500). Other benefits include:

• 401(k) with a generous company contribution (100% match on up to 8% deferral)
• Paid time off, starting at 200 hours (25 days)
• 10 Paid holidays
• Paid parental leave (6 weeks paid at 100%)
• Flexible spending accounts – for medical and dependent care (childcare) expenses
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral program
• Advancement opportunities!

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Foremost Farms we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled are encouraged to apply.

At Foremost Farms USA, we believe that employee diversity brings strength to our organization. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disabilities, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

Successful completion of pre-employment screening is required, which could include a drug test, background check, and other verifications or assessments to be sure you will be able to succeed in your position.

Are you ready to Be Foremost?
Apply today at www.foremostfarms.com