Accounting Manager (Poultry Plant)

Socket.dev; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking an Accounting Manager to oversee day-to-day accounting for a poultry processing facility. You will deliver timely financial data to plant management and corporate leadership, supporting cost control, budgeting, inventory management and operational decision-making.

You will supervise accounting staff, ensure accurate financial statements, and drive cost-saving opportunities while maintaining internal controls and coordinating audits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing, food processing, agriculture, or poultry environment.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial analysis.
• Experience with cost and inventory accounting and financial reporting.
• Proficient in Excel and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily accounting activities including AP, AR, GL, and cash transactions.
• Prepare and review monthly financial statements and management reports.
• Ensure timely month-end and year-end closings.
• Monitor production costs, variances, and inventory usage.
• Develop reports and KPIs to measure plant financial and operational performance.
• Supervise and develop accounting staff.
• Coordinate internal and external audits.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Cost accounting

Inventory accounting

Financial analysis

Excel skills

ERP systems

Leadership / supervision

Communication

Attention to detail

Independent work / team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Job description

The Accounting Manager is responsible for managing the day-to-day accounting operations. This position provides accurate and timely financial information to plant management and corporate leadership while supporting cost control, budgeting, inventory management, and operational decision-making.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage the daily accounting activities for the poultry processing facility, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and cash transactions.
• Prepare and review monthly financial statements, management reports, and financial analyses.
• Assist to ensure month-end and year-end closing processes and ensure deadlines are met.
• Monitor and analyze plant production costs, including labor, supplies, utilities, maintenance, packaging, and other operating expenses.
• Track and analyze production variances, inventory usage, yields, and other key operational metrics.
• Work with plant management to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve operational efficiency.
• Assist plant leadership with financial planning and decision-making.
• Review purchase orders, invoices, expenses, and other financial transactions for accuracy and proper authorization.
• Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with company accounting policies.
• Coordinate and support internal and external audits.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts, bank accounts, inventory accounts, and other balance sheet accounts.
• Provide financial reporting and analysis to Plant Management and Corporate Accounting.
• Develop and maintain reports and key performance indicators to measure plant financial and operational performance.
• Supervise, train, and develop accounting staff as assigned.
• Maintain confidentiality of company financial information.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing, food processing, agriculture, or poultry environment.
• Previous supervisory or management experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Experience with cost accounting, inventory accounting, and financial analysis.
• Strong Excel skills and experience with accounting/ERP systems.
• Ability to analyze large amounts of financial and operational data.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with both accounting and plant operations personnel.
• Ability to work independently while also functioning effectively as part of a management team.