Settlement Coordinator

Perdue Farms, Inc.; Salisbury (MD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401(k) with employer match

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Perdue Farms, Inc. seeks a Settlement Coordinator to support complex accounting activities across general ledger, plant accounting, payroll, and live accounting. You will verify data, ensure accurate financial records, and coordinate weekly producer payments.

The role offers skills in reconciliation, data review, and cross-functional collaboration, with a strong emphasis on accuracy and process improvement. Benefits and consistent hours accompany the position.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 4 years’ related experience.
• PC spreadsheet and data entry skills.
• Must be detail oriented and able to multi-task.
• Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Excellent communication, administrative and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and perform all tasks associated with generating producer settlements on a weekly basis.
• Pay and collection of receivables.
• Reviews and audits process for designated locations/operations.
• Perform all Producer maintenance such as bank assignments, Perdue notes, and personal account activity.
• Maintain filing related to Producer's contract files and settlement files.
• Assist in the processing of Ingredient Invoices.
• Perform Producer File Audits.
• Coordinate and perform all tasks related to electronic file storage.
• Provide ad hoc settlement analysis as needed for department.
• Train to become the fuel backup for both metered fuel and drop billing.

Skills

Data entry

Detail-oriented

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

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

We are seeking a Settlement Coordinator to play a key role in supporting complex accounting activities across general ledger, plant accounting, payroll, and live accounting. In this role, you’ll help ensure the accuracy of financial and statistical records and coordinate weekly broiler producer payments by reviewing data and verifying edits prior to processing. This position offers the opportunity to apply your accounting expertise in a collaborative environment while contributing to the smooth and accurate flow of financial operations.

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, 8:00am-5:00pm

Principal Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Coordinate and perform all tasks associated with generating producer settlements on a weekly basis.
• Pay and collection of receivables.
• Reviews and audits process for designated locations/operations.
• Perform all Producer maintenance such as bank assignments, Perdue notes, and personal account activity.
• Maintain filing related to Producer's contract files and settlement files.
• Assist in the processing of Ingredient Invoices.
• Perform Producer File Audits.
• Coordinate and perform all tasks related to electronic file storage.
• Provide ad hoc settlement analysis as needed for department.
• Train to become the fuel backup for both metered fuel and drop billing.

Minimum Education and Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 4 years’ related experience.
• PC spreadsheet and data entry skills.
• Must be detail oriented and able to multi-task.
• Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Excellent communication, administrative and organizational skills.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Associate degree in Accounting or related field.

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.

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.