Accounting Manager

Description

Are you an experienced accounting professional ready to make a significant impact in the dairy feed manufacturing industry? If so, we're seeking a meticulous and driven Accounting Manager to lead a portion of our finance team. If you're passionate about accounting and eager to contribute to a company that values integrity, innovation, and excellence, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Who We Are:

Star Blends is a full-service feed manufacturing facility with locations in Sparta and Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. We are committed to setting a new standard for the industry, we prioritize accountability, collaboration, excellence, integrity, and dedication in everything we do. Our mission is clear: to improve farmers' livelihoods through nutrition.

The Role -

Financial Leadership & Reporting:

• Prepare Financial Statements: Lead the preparation of accurate and timely monthly financial statements, ensuring they reflect the company's financial position and operational performance
• General Ledger Management: Review and reconcile general ledger accounts, ensuring all entries are accurate and compliant with accounting principles. Post month-end journal entries and accrue expenses as needed to ensure financial data integrity

Process Improvement & Efficiency:

• Streamline Operations: Continuously improve the efficiency of day-to-day accounting activities and the month-end close process. Utilize available accounting software and resources to their maximum capability, reducing cycle times and enhancing accuracy
• Insurance Program Support: Assist the Senior Accounting Manager in administering insurance programs, including risk assessment, to ensure adequate coverage and compliance with regulatory requirements

Inventory & Fixed Assets Accounting:

• Inventory Management: Act as the go-to resource for all inventory-related accounting questions. Reconciled the inventory ledger to the General Ledger, investigate discrepancies, and performed inventory adjustments and returns as necessary
• Fixed Assets Oversight: Record fixed asset acquisitions and dispositions, maintain the schedule of fixed assets and accumulated depreciation, and calculate depreciation for all assets

Compliance & Tax Reporting:

• Sales & Use Tax Reporting: Prepare and file Sales & use tax reports, ensuring compliance with state and local tax regulations
• Year-End Close & 1099s: Assist with the year-end close process, including the preparation of 1099 forms, ensuring all deadlines are met and financial data is accurately reported

Continuous Improvement & Support:

• Chart of Accounts Maintenance: Maintain and update the company's Chart of Accounts, ensuring it accurately reflects the structure of the business and supports financial reporting needs
• Customer Incident Reports (CIR) Review: Review CIR issues as requested, ensuring that credit memos are processed promptly and accurately, maintaining customer satisfaction and financial integrity

Qualifications - What You Bring To The Table:

• Experience: Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field and 5 years of related work experience in accounting, particularly in financial reporting, general ledger management, inventory, and fixed assets accounting
• Attention to Detail: A meticulous approach to managing financial data, with a strong commitment to accuracy and confidentiality
• Process Improvement Mindset: A proactive approach to enhancing accounting processes, with the ability to leverage technology for efficiency gains
• Problem-Solving: Adept at managing complex transactions and resolving discrepancies, with a keen eye for detail
• Curiosity: Never afraid to ask the "why" questions

Benefits -

• Health, Dental, Life, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(K) w/ match
• Incentive Program

Why Star Blends?

At Star Blends, we're not just about feed-we're about feeding the future. Join us, and you'll be part of a company that values your expertise, encourages innovation, and rewards your dedication. We offer a collaborative and supportive work environment where your contributions will have a direct impact on our success and the success of our customers.

Star Blends is n Equal Opportunity Employer