Associate Accountant- 1st Shift- Forest R0409098 - Mississippi Staffing : Job Details

This is a job for an Associate Accountant- 1st Shift position with a company located in the Forest, MS area. At Tyson Foods, our team members' health and wellness is very important to us. We believe in helping our team members thrive inside and outside of the workplace. That's why we're committed to providing a holistic benefits package that provides support for you and your family. Team members are eligible for these benefits starting day one of full-time employment. All U.S. based team members are eligible for select fully funded diplomas, certificates, and degrees through high-quality programs, schools, and universities starting day one of employment. We offer a full range of benefits and perks including: Medical, dental, and vision insurance. Telehealth services. Well-Being Support Programs. FSA and HSA available. 401k. Stock Purchase Plan. Company Paid Life Insurance. Short-Term & Long-Term Disability. Fully Funded Education. Discount Program.

SUMMARY: This position will support various Operational accounting positions in the Poultry segments to gain experience in Poultry Plants Accounting.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide daily support for both the Forest and Carthage Plant Accounting teams.
• Processing of Purchase to Pay P2P transactions and or payment processing.
• Assist with monthly close process.
• Perform balance sheet account reconciliations.
• Perform tasks related to one or more of the following areas: Management and retention of documents. Assist with Ad hoc management reports projects as they arise.

The position will have the potential to interact with Tyson Team Members across the organization and with various members of a Tyson vendors and customers.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance or experience commensurate with knowledge typically acquired through a four-year degree is REQUIRED.
• Experience: 6 plus months work experience preferred.
• Computer Skills: Requires standard computer skills including experience with Microsoft Office applications. Excel Word PowerPoint. SAP experience will be a plus.
• Communication Skills: Must have excellent written and verbal skills.
• Special Skills: Self-starter with the ability to work independently or in a team environment; using good judgment to complete tasks; ability to set priorities and coordinate with others.
• Supervisory: None.
• Travel: 1 plus trips per year.

Highly recommended to include a resume in a PDF or Word Document format.

Relocation Assistance Eligible: Yes.

Work Shift: 1ST SHIFT (United States of America). Hourly Applicants ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment. Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status. We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.