Clerk, Accounting

Wayne Farms LLC; Laurel (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne-Sanderson Farms in Laurel, MS seeks an Accountant to manage A/P, A/R, and general ledger duties for the assigned location. Responsibilities include payroll verification, report generation, discrepancy resolution, and cross-department collaboration.

This role emphasizes accuracy, proactive problem solving, and adherence to safety policies. Ideal candidates have at least two years in clerical accounting within manufacturing, with strong communication and organizational skills to support

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of clerical and accounts payable or accounts receivable experience.
• A/P or A/R experience within a manufacturing setting preferred.
• Strong communication and attention to detail required.

Responsibilities

• Perform accounting tasks: A/P, A/R and general ledger for the location.
• Review and verify payroll for assigned location; generate reports and correct data.
• Prepare and enter general ledger entries; reconcile discrepancies.
• Investigate unmatched invoices; collaborate with other departments.
• Train others on new policies and procedures.

Skills

Functional Skills

Action Oriented

Problem Solving

Learning on the Fly

Interpersonal Savvy

Education

High School diploma

Accounting/Finance Associate degree

Job description

Primary Function

Responsible for performing general accounting processes, (A/P, A/R and general ledger) and administrative duties for assigned location.

Responsibilities and Tasks

• Under minimal supervision, perform a variety of accounting, accounts payable and receivable tasks (i.e. match, code and enter invoices, maintain vendor files, review vendor invoices, etc.) for the assigned location.
• Review and verify accuracy of assigned location(s) payroll; generate reports, verifying data and make corrections as specified by supervisors for each pay period.
• Calculate and prepare payments (i.e. grower, settlements, bank assignments, IRS fuel levies, bonus and incentive payments, etc.); enter into system for payment.
• Collect and analyze data, prepare relevant reports and distribute to appropriate personnel.
• Review production reports (i.e. inventory, headcount, payroll, etc.) for accuracy; partner with Operation/Production personnel to rectify report errors/variances; notify appropriate personnel of unrectified discrepancies.
• Analyze, prepare and enter data for required general ledger entries; reconcile any discrepancies prior to entry.
• Partner with other internal departments to investigate and resolve unmatched invoices.
• Train/cross-train others on new policies and procedures.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This is an Individual Contributor role with required competencies.

Required Competencies

• Functional/Technical Skills
• Action Oriented
• Problem Solving
• Learning on the Fly
• Interpersonal Savvy

Education and Certifications

High School diploma or equivalent; Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, business preferred.

Experience and Skills

• Minimum two (2) years relevant clerical and accounts payable or accounts receivable experience; A/P or A/R experience within a manufacturing setting preferred.
• Strong customer focus with the ability to communicate with internal and external customers in a timely and professional manner.
• Must have exceptional communication, both verbal and written, attention to detail and the ability to resolve issues efficiently and effectively.
• Proficient computer and math skills.
• Self-starter who demonstrates strong initiative and sense of urgency, with the ability to work in a fast paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects while maintaining attention to detail.
• Must possess a strong customer‑centric attitude, high energy level and a strong sense of urgency.

Safety Requirements

Follow and ensure others follow departmental and company safety policies and programs. Wear required protective equipment in all areas where mandatory.

Physical Requirements

Frequently sit for long periods of time utilizing office equipment and/or computers. Occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Company

A career that makes an amazing difference starts at Wayne-Sanderson Farms. Formed from two leading poultry companies with humble roots in farm supply and feed manufacturing, Wayne-Sanderson Farms is built on over a century’s worth of industry expertise and excellence in operation. Our family at Wayne-Sanderson Farms is now more than 26,000 team members and over 2,000 family farmers strong, and still growing as the nation’s third largest poultry producer. By starting your career with a leader in the industry, you can develop your skills in a wide variety of operations while enjoying unique benefits such as our professional development opportunities.