Accounting Assistant - Moses Lake, WA

Accounting Assistant

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 : 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.

Location(s) : GF Plant - Moses Lake

Country : United States

Wage range or rate of pay : $45,000 - $55,000 annually, 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 :