Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Pilgrim's
Job overview
The Accounting Specialist at Pilgrim's ensures compliance with accounting standards and internal controls, impacting financial accuracy and operational integrity.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves reconciling production data between shop floor and SAP, balancing inventories, correcting SAP storage locations, clearing production errors, reconciling sales and transfers, assisting with production data, calculating yields, and serving as backup timekeeper.
Compensation and benefits
Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, 401K contributions, a tuition program, and career growth opportunities through a Supervisor Development Program.
Experience and skills
Requires a High School Diploma or GED (Associates preferred), 1-2 years clerical accounting experience preferred, effective communication skills, knowledge of SAP or similar ERP, Excel, Microsoft Office, and accounting principles.
Career development
Offers career growth through the Supervisor Development Program and continuous improvement initiatives like Six Sigma.
Work environment and culture
Emphasizes safety with COVID-19 measures, positive work atmosphere, teamwork, and continuous improvement culture.
Company information
Pilgrim's is committed to safety and employee development, offering benefits and programs to support team members and their families.
Unique job features
Includes unique safety protocols and a Better Futures Program for tuition support.
Company overview
Pilgrim's is a leading global provider of poultry and prepared foods, specializing in the production, processing, and distribution of chicken and pork products. The company generates revenue through the sale of fresh, frozen, and value-added meat products to retail, foodservice, and industrial customers worldwide. Founded in 1946, Pilgrim's has grown through strategic acquisitions and expansions, becoming a significant player in the meat industry. Candidates should note its commitment to sustainability, animal welfare, and innovation in food safety and quality.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight experience with SAP or similar ERP systems, emphasizing your ability to reconcile production data and correct inventory records, as these are key responsibilities for the Accounting Specialist role at Pilgrim's.
Emphasize your knowledge of accounting principles, internal controls, and compliance with standards like Sarbanes-Oxley, along with your proficiency in Excel and report preparation, to align with the job’s core requirements.
Apply through multiple platforms including Pilgrim's official corporate careers page, LinkedIn, and other job boards where the position is posted to maximize your chances of being noticed.
Connect with current employees in Pilgrim's accounting or operations divisions on LinkedIn; when messaging, mention your interest in the Accounting Specialist role and ask about their experience working with SAP or the company’s safety culture as ice breakers.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords such as 'SAP,' 'inventory reconciliation,' 'production yield calculation,' 'internal controls,' 'Sarbanes-Oxley,' and 'accounting principles' directly from the job description to improve resume screening success.
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