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Accounting Assistant - Moses Lake, WA

The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.

Summary

Summary: Manage grower contracts, payments, and inventory accuracy. This role involves reconciling daily tickets, preparing financial reports, and ensuring the integrity of our accounting systems.

Key Responsibilities

+ Contract Management:

+ Prepare grower contracts for signing.

+ Maintain cost structures within the accounting system to ensure accurate and timely payments.

+ Financial Management:

+ Calculate and submit monthly grower payments and advances.

+ Reconcile daily tickets to ensure accurate grower payment and inventory tracking to the plant.

+ Prepare and send grower financial statements.

+ Perform monthly account reconciliations of payable accounts.

+ Inventory and Quality Data Management:

+ Review grade data to ensure accurate grower payments and the accuracy of quality data for scheduling.

+ Manage inventory accuracy and maintain contract balances within the accounting system.

+ Set up contracts in accounting system, managing traceability and recall data from field to plant.

+ Reporting and Analysis:

+ Prepare weekly reports for Raw Department

+ Utilize advanced Excel skills to update and manage multiple spreadsheets.

+ Vendor and Grower Relations:

+ Respond to grower inquiries regarding their contracts and payments.

+ Work with vendors, ensuring they are paid promptly by creating requisitions and submitting invoices.

Typical Education

+ Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

Relevant Experience

+ Advanced proficiency in Excel, with experience managing complex spreadsheets.

+ Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

+ Excellent communication skills, with the ability to manage relationships with growers and vendors.

Job Requisition ID: 24268

Travel Required:

Pay Grade: Global Grade 1

Location(s): GF Plant - Moses Lake

Country: United States

Wage range or rate of pay: $45,000 - $55,000 annucally, plus annual incentive plan eligibility

The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons.

Attractive total rewards package that includes:

+ Medical, dental, vision coverage

+ 401(k) savings plan

+ Paid Family Building Leave

+ Generous Paid Time Off - Eligible employees may accrue up to 160 hours in year 1

+ 10 Paid Holidays

+ Relocation Assistance Program (where applicable)

+ Education Assistance

+ Benefits details available at simplotbenefits.com

**The J.R. Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status.*