Accounting Clerk

JOB PURPOSE

The Accounting Clerk obtains financial data for use in maintaining accounting records. Assignments are routine in nature and are carried out in accordance with general instructions and established procedures under direction of the Accounting Supervisor. 

 

RESPONSIBILITIES & TASKS 

• Build and maintain spreadsheets; type reports and other records; run routine weekly reports as needed. 

• Compile and sort documents, such as movement forms and checks, substantiating business transactions. 

• Verify and post details of business transactions, such as funds received and total accounts. 

• Enter alphabetic, numeric, or symbolic data from source documents into computer following format displayed on screen. 

• Compare data entered with source documents, or re-enters data in verification format on screen to detect errors. 

• Delete incorrectly entered data, and re-enter correct data. 

• Compile, sort, and verify accuracy of data to be entered; keep records of work completed. 

• Reconcile differences/errors with farm managers. 

• Special analysis as needed. 

CORE COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS IN ALL ROLES:

• Instills trust
• Communicates effectively 
• Action-oriented 
• Accepts accountability 
• Drives results 

CRITICAL COMPETENCIES  

Ensures Accountability 

Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments. 

Planning and Organizing 

Uses expertise to act as organizational authority on planning, organizing. prioritizing and overseeing activities to efficiently meet business objectives. 

 

REQUIREMENTS 

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred; or two years accounting/bookkeeping experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. 

• Knowledgeable in Microsoft Excel to create pivot tables and extract needed data. 

 

ABOUT SEABOARD FOODS 

At Seaboard Foods, we create the most sought-after pork. A top U.S. pork producer/processor and leading exporter to 30+ countries, we are committed to bringing excellence to the table, seeking a better way to produce wholesome pork and connect every step between our farms and family tables. Together, more than 5,000 employees in five states work in our farms, feed mills, and processing plant, to produce Prairie Fresh® pork, ensuring the well-being of our animals, the environment, our employees and the communities we call home. 

 

Seaboard Foods is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.