Bookkeeper

American Peanut Growers Group; Donalsonville (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

American Peanut Growers Group LLC in Donalsonville, GA seeks a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join our accounting team. You will manage day-to-day bookkeeping, reconcile accounts, and support month-end processes in a fast-paced agricultural setting.

Responsibilities include 401(k) program management, reporting, fixed assets in Sage, and inventory balancing with close collaboration with plant operations and farming networks. A High School Diploma with 3–5 years of bookkeeping is required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent with relevant experience.
• 3–5 years of bookkeeping experience.
• Experience in agriculture/manufacturing and financial statement preparation preferred.
• Proficiency in Excel and exposure to accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Account Reconciliation: Balance bank statements, clear ledger discrepancies, and assist with month-end and harvest-season closing cycles.
• Compliance & Record Keeping: Maintain organized financial records in audits.
• 401(k) program management: Eligibility decisioning, loan preparation, and audit support.
• Reporting: Prepare data reports for management.
• Fixed Assets: Manage fixed assets in Sage.
• Inventory Management: Assist with balancing daily inventory.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Excel

SAP

QuickBooks

Sage

ERP systems

Job description

American Peanut Growers Group LLC is an agricultural processor and peanut sheller dedicated
to delivering high-quality products to food manufacturers worldwide. From receiving raw farmer
stock peanuts to processing, grading, and shipping shelled kernels, our fast-paced facility sits at
the heart of the supply chain. We are seeking a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join our
accounting team.

Position Overview

The Bookkeeper will manage the day-to-day bookkeeping tasks, interacting closely with both
plant operations and our local farming network. The ideal candidate thrives in a busy
agricultural setting and possesses strong analytical skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Account Reconciliation: Balance bank statements, clear ledger discrepancies, and assist
  with month-end and harvest-season closing cycles. Prepare documentation to support
  monthly ledger entries.
• Compliance & Record Keeping: Maintain highly organized digital and physical financial
  records in strict compliance with audits.
• 401(k) program management: Eligibility decisioning, loan preparation, and audit support.
• Reporting: Prepare numerous data reports for management.
• Fixed Assets: Manage fixed assets in SAGE.
• Inventory Management: Assist with balancing daily inventory.

Qualifications & Skills

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent with relevant experience required.
• Experience: 3-5 years of bookkeeping. Experience in agriculture/manufacturing and
  financial statement preparation preferred.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (data filtering, formulas) and exposure to
  specialized accounting software (e.g., SAP, QuickBooks, Sage, or Ag-specific ERP
  systems).
• Attention to Detail: Proven ability to spot data entry errors and number mismatches in a
  high-volume environment.
• Communication: Exceptional phone and email communication skills for collaborating
  with growers and internal plant supervisors.

Benefits

• Competitive salary wage (based on experience).
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay.
• Opportunities for career growth within a stable, essential industry.