Finance Technician - R0025463

DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:Job Category:Finance

Job Family:Accounting

Work Shift:B (United States of America)

Job Description:This position is responsible for accumulating financial data to ensure accuracy and timeliness of financial and operational reporting. In this role you will work as a member of the plant FPA team to assist in the maintenance of plant financial systems. The ideal candidate will work with the FPA team to execute both transactional and entry level analytical tasks that promote continuous improvement at the plant.

Must follow Good Manufacturing Practices and good housekeeping guidelines. Must follow safety guidelines, wear designated Personal Protective Equipment, and meet OSHA safety requirements.

What you'll do: * Data entry into financial systems such as payroll, accounts payable, purchasing or general ledger to generate management reporting or information used in the preparation of financial statements. Maintain financial accuracy through controls and auditing processes. * Communicate with vendors and internal partners, answering questions, explaining processes or performing analysis as requested. * Use Diver, Oracle reports and Discoverer queries to analyze data for reasonableness, trends and opportunities for process improvements. * Serve as an active member of operations finance supporting and participating in cross-functional teams within the technical accounting group. * Promote a culture that focuses on continuous improvement. Work with cross functional teams to improve processes at the plant and FPA. * Be able to be the primary back up for other processes within the Plant FPA group. * Perform administrative functions for finance as required. * Perform other duties as assigned by leadership group. 1.  Work with Leaders and fellow partners to ensure Food Safety and Partner Safety.                      Understand and execute standard operating procedures relative to position. Perform allPCP and CCP checks required for position. Follow reaction plan for Food Safety, FoodQuality and customer requirement outages and by contacting TA/TL.  Be able toidentify and understand customer requirements and assist in assuring proper operationand product.  Record accurate data on production reports.2.  Monitoring KRONOS Production Reports.                                                                                                 3.  Producing Payroll.                                                                                                                               4. Period Closing duties for payroll reporting.                                                                                       5. Process plant and DC accounts payable                                                                                              6. Provide payroll, accounts payable customer service to all customers, internal and external         7. Collect, report, and settle milk and cream information with vendors.  Report information to state boards.                                                                            8. Various tasks that may be re-assigned due to work load.  Overtime                                                9.  Team meetings Certifications10. Working with Human Resources to ensure Payroll Accuracy.

What you need to succeed:

EDUCATION:                                 

High School Diploma/G.E.D.                         Other:   

Associate degree is preferred        

EXPERIENCE:Type:  Payroll or Time Keeping Experience

Number of Years:  5-7 Years

Other:SKILLS: (Describe any special skill and/or requirements applicable to this position). * Ability to read and comprehend detailed reports. Must be able to write and verbally communicate process procedures. Ability to write and read messages utilizing various methods such as electronic mail. * Goo interpersonal skills with ability to work without supervision in a team environment * Operate 10 key skillfully * Mathematical skills * Analytical skills * Knowledge of sales and use tax * Knowledge of accounting techniques * Background in Accounting * Computer skills:  Excel, Oracle, Word, People Soft * Demonstrated ability to maintain confidential information * Keen attention-to-detail and data validation skills, capable of multi-tasking. * Offer continuous improvement ideas, team player mentality, strong process and communication skills * Previous exposure to cost accounting preferred but not required. Proficiency with software tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Oracle, Hyperion). * Excellent computer skills. Must pass skill tests. * Familiarity with word-processing, graphics, flowcharts or other software is desirable. * Knowledge of accounting principles (GAAP). * Knowledge of payroll practices, processes and systems.

Physical Demands Analysis: * Stand - .5 hour * Walk - .5 hour * Sit - 7.25 hours * Forklift Use - n/a * Lift/Carry up to 50 pounds - .25 hour

Qualifying positions offer: * A 401(k) plan that includes up to an 8 percent Schreiber match and has been recognized as Best-in-Class for companies with 5,000-plus employees. * Competitive medical, prescription drug, dental and vision benefits without a waiting period, including second-opinion medical consultation with specialists * Wellness resources, including a fitness reimbursement program and access to an interactive personalized online wellness program * Paid vacation and holidays * Professional growth and development opportunities through