Accountant

At Pilgrim’s, Safety Is A Condition, which means the safety of our team members comes first - always.

Purpose and Scope/General Summary: We are looking for an Accountant for Pilgrim’s in Marshville, NC.  In this role, you’ll support financial reporting, inventory reconciliation, and cost analysis while ensuring compliance with GAAP standards. You’ll work closely with operations to identify cost-saving opportunities and assist with audits, month-end closing, and internal control development.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare reports summarizing business activity, operational expenses, and variances
• Assist with internal control procedures and compliance standards
• Ensure coverage and cross-training for hourly functions
• Collaborate with auditors during quarterly and annual reviews
• Maintain inventory accuracy and reconciliation for live poultry and finished products
• Review daily raw material receipts to verify accuracy
• Assist with month-end closing and reporting activities
• Other duties as assigned

What You’ll Need:

• College degree in accounting or related field (preferred)
• 1–3 years of experience in plant production accounting
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Strong communication and analytical skills
• Proficiency in SAP or similar ERP systems, Microsoft Excel, and Office Suite
• Knowledge of payroll, general ledger, accounts payable, and cost accounting
• Leadership and team collaboration skills

Why Work for Pilgrim’s?

• Schedule: Monday – Friday. Occasional weekend work and training requirements
• Benefits: Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment.
• Paid Time Off: Sick leave, vacation, company observed holidays or, any other statutorily required paid leave. 
• 401(k): company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule.
• Base salary range of $49,585 - $60,246 +/- based on experience
• Incentive Pay: This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s annual bonus plan, the amount of bonus varies and is subject to the standard terms and conditions of the incentive program; and
• Career Development: Our company is dedicated to supporting professional growth by offering continuous learning opportunities and a focus on career growth through various learning and development programs.
• Better Futures

The Company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct drug, alcohol, and background checks for all new team members post-offer and prior to the start of employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.

About us: Pilgrim’s is a leading global food company with more than 62,000 team members worldwide. The company processes, prepares, packages, and delivers fresh, frozen, and value-added food products for customers in more than 100 countries. Pilgrim’s operates protein processing plants and prepared foods facilities in 14 states, Puerto Rico, Mexico, the U.K, the Republic of Ireland and continental Europe.

Our mission: To be the best in all that we do, completely focused on our business, ensuring the best products and services to our customers, a relationship of trust with our suppliers, profitability for our shareholders and the opportunity of a better future for all of our team members.

Our core values are: Availability, Determination, Discipline, Humility, Ownership, Simplicity, Sincerity

EOE, including disability/vets

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