Accounting Administrator - A Shift - Louisa County, IA

Tyson Foods; Columbus Junction (IA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plans

Health, life, dental, vision and Rx

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking a detail-oriented professional to manage research and resolution of customer deductions across distribution channels. You will review short payments in disputes, monitor promotional spend, and process payments via Vistex, ensuring SAP-based validation with approvals.

The role requires 3+ years of office experience with payroll exposure, strong written and verbal communication, and the ability to work cross-functionally with multiple departments.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• 3+ years office experience; payroll experience preferred.
• Experience with SAP and Vistex systems.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Research and review all customer short payments in Dispute.
• Monitor promotional spending and alert management of overspends and promotional issues.
• Process customer payments through Vistex when appropriate.
• Validate deductions and code if valid in SAP systems with proper approvals.
• Maintain up-to-date customer profiles and process accounts daily.
• Collaborate with management and report on tasks.
• Work cross-functionally with Brokers, Sales, Accounting, Transportation, and Billing.
• Meet monthly department close deadlines.

Skills

Dispute resolution

SAP

Vistex

Excel

Office Suite

Communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP ERP

Vistex

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Details

Job Details: Summary: This position is an exciting opportunity to be responsible for the research and resolution of customer deductions for specific distribution channels and divisions.

Responsibilities

• Research and review all customer short payments in Dispute.


• Monitor promotional spending and alert appropriate management of overspends and incorrect promotional issues.


• Process customer payments through Vistex when appropriate.


• Validate deductions and code if valid in SAP systems while maintaining appropriate approvals.


• Maintain up-to-date customer profiles and process accounts daily.


• Collaborate with the management team while performing assigned tasks and reporting.


• Work cross-functionally across the enterprise including Brokers, Sales, Accounting, Transportation, and Billing.


• Keep organized as balances are reported on by management.


• Meet monthly department close deadlines without monitoring.

Schedule

Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Some Saturday work may be required.

Work Shift: A Shift (United States of America)

Requirements

• Education: High School diploma or equivalent.


• Experience: 3+ years office experience required; 3+ years payroll experience preferred.


• Computer Skills: Requires basic computer skills including using a Tyson Business Computer System as well as Microsoft Office & Excel, SAP Preferred.


• Communication Skills: Requires written and verbal skills to communicate with all levels of management.


• Work activities are variable and require judgment to complete tasks such as setting priorities, evaluating results, and coordinating with others.


• Assignments are defined and the approach to be taken is usually determined in coordination with others.


• Travel: None


• Relocation Assistance Eligible: No


• The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

All professional team members are expected to demonstrate responsible use of approved AI tools, including safeguarding sensitive information, adhering to company policies, and validating AI-generated outputs. Individual Contributors should demonstrate the ability to integrate AI into daily work, improve efficiency through AI-enabled solutions, evaluate outputs critically, and apply professional judgment when using AI. People Leaders should demonstrate the ability to drive responsible AI adoption, enable effective use of approved solutions, identify opportunities to improve team performance through AI, and ensure accountability for the quality and accuracy of AI-supported outcomes.

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Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.

• paid time off


• 401(k) plans


• affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits


• and more

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