Staff Accountant

We are one of the world’s largest vertically integrated poultry producers headquartered in Oakwood, Georgia (North of Atlanta), and locations throughout the Southeast. We continue to lead the industry in quality while consistently exceeding expectations through our commitment to being partners of choice with our employees, customers and communities. Our growth is your opportunity.

Primarily responsible for supervising of accounting and financial activities for the Feed Mill in accordance with Wayne Farms LLC policies and procedures.

* Responsible for preparation and analysis of reporting related to the operational cost of various products and processes. Reporting covers all facets of operations with emphasis on financial and production related analysis. * Lead, train, mentor and develop clerks. * Monitor and report plant performance and variances to stated standards. * Monitor and report on specific plant cost drivers. * Prepare analysis of weekly manufacturing/conversion costs per business segment which includes a weekly P&L. * Oversee monthly closing process and the issuance of performance and financial reports. * Assists in preparation of month end reconciliations of all feed mill accounts. * Interfaces with Division Accounting. * Actively participate in site initiatives, and provide analysis where appropriate or as requested. * Review and approve invoices for payment. * Assist in the review plant operations and performance, and be able to research/answer questions along those lines. * Review the General Ledger to identify fluctuations and causes of those fluctuations. * Prepare and enter journal entries, reconcile and balance accounts. * Conduct all duties in accordance with internally and externally acceptable practices. * Performs other duties as required.

**Minimum Experience and Education:** * Associate's Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field from an accredited institution. * 4+ years' relevant experience in a manufacturing environment. * Expert level of proficiency with excel spreadsheets and ERP/MRP systems. **Preferred Education and Experience:** * 4+ years' experience within a poultry manufacturing environment. * 2+ years supervisory and/or leadership experience. * Previous experience working with Agristats data. * Previous experience in product cost models. * Previous experience utilizing Adage and/or M-Tech software. **Required Technical Skills:** * Skilled in advanced math. * Expert proficiency with MS Office products, particularly Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. * Demonstrated leadership capabilities. * High work capacity, dependable, results oriented and strong sense of urgency. * Effectively manages conflict. * Honest, ethical and able to maintain confidential and sensitive information. * Demonstrated and highly effective written/verbal and interpersonal communication skills sufficient to communicate and interact effectively with internal and external customers. * Ability to transition quickly between existing and new responsibilities with minimal direction. * Ability to work in fast paced environment with multiple priorities. * Excellent organizational skills, with precise attention to detail. * Demonstrated sound work ethic, honesty and moral character. **Required Problem Solving Skills:** * Understand and interpret data while drawing logical conclusions based on available inputs. * Critical thinking skills in standardized situations as well as non-routine problems. * Manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously and prioritize work accordingly. * Resolve routine problems as they arise while performing job functions.