Accounting clerk III

Perdue Farms; Mount Vernon (WA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) with employer match after 1 yr

Dental and vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Perdue Foods is seeking an Accounting Clerk III to support daily, weekly, and monthly production reporting and to assist with the monthly close. The role requires attention to detail and collaboration with plant management and the Harvest Plant Accounting team.

You will prepare cost estimates, journal entries, and reconciliations, while ensuring accurate data and timely reporting. Overtime and a comprehensive benefits package are available.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in accounting or business.
• 1-2 years of work experience, or total experience equal to 5 years if no associate's degree.
• Strong reading, communication, math, writing, and analytical skills.
• Office administration, clerical, and computer skills with working knowledge of Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SAP, Kronos, and other office software.
• Detail-oriented and able to multitask.
• Able to work with minimum supervision; day-to-day work is the associate's responsibility; supervisor approval required in extraordinary situations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and timely daily, weekly, and monthly plant statistical reporting, daily yield and production reporting, analysis, and graphs.
• Prepare accurate and timely weekly cost estimates for Plant, Paws, and Live Haul for review by the supervisor.
• Prepare accurate and timely monthly cost estimates and compare them to the General Ledger.
• Prepare accounting journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations to assist with monthly close duties.
• Prepare analysis on packaging, ingredients, and purchases greater than $5,000 for capitalization.
• Prepare analysis on operating costs to ensure accounts are charged correctly.
• Perform financial audits as required by the financial review checklist and prepare government surveys as required.
• Support the Plant Accounting Manager with special requests and graphs, and provide backup support for other positions within the Harvest Plant Accounting team.
• Enter movements and live receiving daily.
• Assist Operations with clearing GRIR and blocked invoices.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Math skills

Writing skills

Multitasking

Education

Associate's degree in accounting or business

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

SAP

Kronos

Job description

Perdue Foods has a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins by creating products for consumers and for retail and foodservice customers around the globe while changing the way animals are raised for food. It is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we’re committed to helping our team members thrive.

That's Perdue.

Summary

Help keep plant operations running on accurate, reliable financial information. As an Accounting Clerk III, you will prepare daily, weekly, and monthly production reporting and support the monthly close process through journal entries, reconciliations, and plant cost estimates. You will work closely with plant management and the Harvest Plant Accounting team to gather and analyze data that helps ensure costs are charged correctly and results are reported with integrity. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented, analytical problem-solver who takes ownership of their work, collaborates well with others, and thrives while managing multiple priorities. This position has a target wage of $23.00 - $34.25 per hour, based on shift, experience and qualifications with annual bonus available (variable depending on performance). Overtime may be available. In addition to hourly wages, Perdue offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/Rx, 401(k) with employer match after 1 year, critical illness, accident insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, optional group life insurance, short-term and long-term disability protection, flexible spending accounts and paid time off.

Schedule

Monday through Friday, 7:00am-3:30pm

Principal Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and timely daily, weekly, and monthly plant statistical reporting, daily yield and production reporting, analysis, and graphs.
• Prepare accurate and timely weekly cost estimates for Plant, Paws, and Live Haul for review by the supervisor.
• Prepare accurate and timely monthly cost estimates and compare them to the General Ledger.
• Prepare accounting journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations to assist with monthly close duties.
• Prepare analysis on packaging, ingredients, and purchases greater than $5,000 for capitalization.
• Prepare analysis on operating costs to ensure accounts are charged correctly.
• Perform financial audits as required by the financial review checklist and prepare government surveys as required.
• Support the Plant Accounting Manager with special requests and graphs, and provide backup support for other positions within the Harvest Plant Accounting team.
• Enter movements and live receiving daily.
• Assist Operations with clearing GRIR and blocked invoices.

Minimum Education And Experience

• Associate's degree in accounting or business.
• 1-2 years of work experience, or in the absence of an associate's degree, total experience equal to 5 years.
• Strong reading, communication, math, writing, and analytical skills.
• Office administration, clerical, and computer skills with a working knowledge of Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SAP, Kronos, and other office software.
• Detail-oriented and able to multitask.
• Able to work with minimum supervision; the day-to-day work is the associate's responsibility, and supervisor approval is required in extraordinary situations.

Physical Requirements And Environmental Factors

• Position is mostly sedentary but may require occasional moving to other offices or buildings.
• May need to move light equipment or supplies from one place to another.
• May need to access files, supplies, and equipment.
• Work activity is in an office, open-partitioned, cubicle environment.

When In a Plant Environment

• Exposure primarily consists of wet and moist floors, which include metal and plastic grating surfaces.
• May be exposed to temperatures of 28 degrees to 100 degrees Fahrenheit with both ambient and 100% humidity.
• May handle product 25 degrees to 50 degrees Fahrenheit.
• May be exposed to noise ranges of 50 dB to 110 db.
• May be exposed to all chemicals used in a poultry food processing facility.
• Must wear and use protective and safety equipment required for the job as directed by the Company.

Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.