Accountant

Tyson Foods

Posted 12 days ago

Full Time

New London, Wisconsin

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Accountant is responsible for financial planning, analysis, and reporting to support business decision-making and operational results. They will collaborate cross-functionally to manage budgets, inventory functions, and audit activities while ensuring compliance with company policies.

Qualifications

You have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, along with at least one year of relevant accounting or finance experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment. You are proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word, possess strong communication skills, and are comfortable working on the production floor at times.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

SAP

Workday

UKG

LEAN

GAAP

Job Description

Job Details:

The Accountant will be responsible for financial planning, analysis, and reporting functions for the assigned business area. This role will support the preparation of forecasts, help establish processes and guidelines to assist with the budgeting process. Responsibilities include ensuring accurate financial data, maintaining key reporting inputs, monitoring cost drivers, and supporting process improvements to strengthen financial performance and business decision-making. A strong understanding of accounting principles and collaboration with cross-functional partners is an integral part of this role.


Responsibilities include:

  • Supporting weekly and monthly close activities
  • Reporting and providing insight to monthly operation results
  • Supporting all production reporting and inventory functions
  • Reporting and analysis of Cost Savings and/or Cost reduction activities
  • Providing financial analysis and cost estimates in support of new product development or cost reductions
  • Prepare and track Capital Investment Requests (CIRs) in alignment with Tyson financial approval processes
  • Participating in Annual Operating Plan
  • Aiding in preparation of financial forecasts
  • Partner cross-functionally with Operations, HR, and other departments to ensure alignment with company policies and accurate financial reporting
  • Support internal and external audit activities, ensuring compliance with company policies, procedures, and internal controls
  • Supporting LEAN and Safety initiatives as appropriate
  • Assist with ad hoc analysis, reporting, and special projects as assigned

Requirements:

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
  • Experience: 1+ years of relevant accounting or finance experience required, preferably in a manufacturing or plant environment.
    • Completion of the Tyson Poultry F&A Trainee Program is equivalent to one year of professional experience for entry-level Finance & Accounting roles, based on completion of both operations and F&A training components.
  • Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word required; experience with enterprise systems (e.g., SAP, Workday, UKG) preferred.
  • Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Supervisory: May oversee clerical or administrative accounting personnel.
  • Travel: Minimal.
  • Sponsorship is not available.
  • Must reside in the United States.
  • This position is responsible for being on the production floor at times to complete assigned tasks and responsibilities.
All professional team members are expected to demonstrate responsible use of approved AI tools, including safeguarding sensitive information, adhering to company policies, and validating AI-generated outputs. Individual Contributors should demonstrate the ability to integrate AI into daily work, improve efficiency through AI-enabled solutions, evaluate outputs critically, and apply professional judgment when using AI. People Leaders should demonstrate the ability to drive responsible AI adoption, enable effective use of approved solutions, identify opportunities to improve team performance through AI, and ensure accountability for the quality and accuracy of AI-supported outcomes.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

Yes

Work Shift:

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

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The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.


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.


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Tyson Foods

Founded in 1935, Tyson Foods, Inc.® has fed families for generations with the best affordable protein products. What began as a small regional poultry business in Springdale, Arkansas, has grown into a globally recognized leader in protein, serving customers and communities around the world. With a team of more than 130,000 members, Tyson Foods advances how food is produced, delivered and enjoyed. Across our operations, we continuously innovate our supply chain, invest in new technology and support responsible practices that help us deliver safe, quality food. Over the years, Tyson Foods has grown to include more than 30 beloved brands, including Tyson®, Jimmy Dean®, Hillshire Farm®, Ball Park®, Wright®, State Fair®, aidells® and other trusted names. Through our robust family of brands, we now produce nearly 20% of the chicken, beef and pork in the United States. Our story is rooted in hard work, humility and purpose, and throughout our history, we have stayed true to those values. Today, we stand by our mission of bringing high-quality food to every table in the world safely, sustainably and affordably, now and for future generations. At Tyson Foods, we feed the world like family.®
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