Corporate Accountant

Purpose and Scope/General Summary: Pilgrim’s is searching for a Corporate Accountant to join the team at our headquarters in Greeley, Colorado.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare corporate journal entries and account reconciliations in a large, complex and fast-paced organization (prepaid expenses, expense allocations, intercompany balancing, etc.)
• Month-end ledger closing process
• Data accumulation/analysis of balance sheet and income statement accounts to ensure timely financial reporting
• Review subsidiary trial balances and other financial reporting schedules and consolidate with parent
• Preparation of quarterly financial statements and disclosure requirements
• Assist with quarterly reviews and audits
• Assist with preparation of IFRS financial statements
• Assist with monthly and quarterly external reporting, including government filings
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred
• 3-4years combined experience from public accounting and industry preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to interact with various levels of management (plant personnel, corporate, executive management, investment banking community, brokers, treasury, etc.) and external auditors
• General ledger knowledge in consolidation accounting including eliminations and foreign currency translation – SAP experience a plus
• Strong US GAAP reporting knowledge, including financial statement preparation and review
• IFRS reporting knowledge a plus
• Excellent time management skills
• Quick learner and able to complete responsibilities independently with proper training
• Can perform the functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation
• As a salaried position with the company, you may be required to travel at some point to other facilities, to attend Company events, or as a representative of the Company in other situations. Unless otherwise specified in this posting, the amount of travel may vary and the most qualified candidate must be willing and able to travel as business needs dictate

The applicant who fills this position will be eligible for the following compensation and benefits:

• Benefits: Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment;
• Paid Time Off: sick leave, vacation, and 6 company observed holidays;
• 401(k): company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule;
• Base salary range of $60,000-$85,000; and
• Incentive Pay: This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s annual bonus plan, the amount of bonus varies and is subject to the standard terms and conditions of the incentive program;

For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in Colorado, JBS and Pilgrim’s is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. This compensation range is specific to the State of Colorado and takes into account various factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to a candidate’s relevant experience, qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiencies for the role.

This position does not have an application deadline. We will continue to recruit until the position has been filled.

The Company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct a drug, alcohol, and background checks for all new team members post-offer and prior to the start of employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.

About us: Pilgrim’s is the second largest chicken producer in the world, with operations in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Mexico and the U.K. Pilgrim’s processes, prepares, packages and delivers fresh, further-processed and value-added poultry products for sale to customers in more than 100 countries, employs more than 50,000 people and contracts with more than 5,200 family farmers. Pilgrim’s is headquartered in beautiful Greeley, Colorado, at the JBS USA corporate office where our 1,200 employees enjoy more than 300 days of sunshine a year.

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

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