What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Accountant position at Byrne Dairy?
General Description :
The Staff Accountant role is a valued position within the organization that will work cross-functionally to support accurate, timely results within the scope of general accounting. The ideal candidate will have a passion for detail and a self-starting attitude that is comfortable using analytics. The Staff Accountant completes these functions in the support of the manufacture of dairy-related products.
Job Responsibilities :
- Provide support for General Accounting functions, including but not limited to Sales, Accounts Receivable, SG&A, and consolidation accounting for the company.
- Prepare and enter journal entries supporting the month-end process for the organization.
- Responsible for maintaining accurate reconciliation of balance sheet accounts.
- Perform various analyses on general ledger accounts tied to Actuals vs Prior Year and Budget.
- Answer Accounting and financial questions by researching and interpreting data.
- Support the organization's Cloud ERP implementation with proactive insights and engagement in the process.
- Compile data and schedules required for annual audits and tax filings.
- To drive ongoing process improvements within the scope of work.
- Complete Department of Census Reports and miscellaneous reporting as needed.
- Lead key projects for the accounting team to drive both efficiency and accuracy of results and reporting.
- Monitor the efficiency of accounting control procedures and adherence to the company’s internal control policies, providing insights and recommendations to management.
- Responsible for complying with GMPs, SOPs, corporate and / or plant policies, rules, and regulations.
- Responsible for achieving assigned goals in the areas of production, safety, quality, performance, and cost.
- Works in a safe manner and reports safety concerns promptly to their supervisor / lead and takes corrective actions as necessary to ensure a safe environment.
- Responsible for reporting food safety problems and initiating action and for supporting SQF by maintaining food safety and food quality.
- Ensures work areas are sanitary and strictly adhere to sanitation practices.
- Demonstrates strong communication skills across various departments, ensuring clear and effective collaboration.
- All other duties as assigned by leadership.
Essential Knowledge, and Skills :
2. Familiarity with office management procedures and general knowledge of office equipment and troubleshooting.
3. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.)
4. Strong organizational and multitasking abilities as well as attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
5. Proven capability to work both independently and collaboratively, showcasing strong communication and teamwork skills.
6. Understand and respond appropriately to basic to complex employee, vendor, and customer inquiries.
7. Read, write, and communicate using English language sufficient to perform job functions (Other preferences will be given for special language skills when there is a business need).
8. Knowledge of the company's mission, purpose, goals, and your role in achieving each of them.
9. Satisfactorily complete all company training requirements.
10. Ability to interpret company documents and literature.
Education / Experience :
Performance Standards :
Work Schedule :
Environmental Concerns :
2. May be subject to exposure to chemicals involved in the manufacture and sanitation of a food processing facility.
3. Maintain a clean and organized workspace.
4. Support company sustainability initiatives and policies.
Physical Job Requirements :
2. Occasional lifting of office supplies and equipment (up to 20 pounds.)
3. Frequent use of computers and other office equipment.
4. Ability to move around the office to perform various tasks.
Work Location :
The wage range for this role considers the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. At Byrne, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $63,500 to $79,500.
Salary : $63,500
