Senior Accountant

Job Title: Senior Accountant

Location: North Platte, NE

Position Type: Full Time

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive individual to join our team as a Senior Accountant. In this role, you will play a key part in supporting Sustainable Beef's financial operations by guiding payable and reporting functions. Duties include reviewing financial data, financial planning and analysis, forecasting and reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Calculate and record high volume cattle purchase payments
• Ensure compliance with producer agreements
• Maintain documentation of compliance with P&S
• Manage audit documentation and support audit compliance
• Manage cattle freight system and issue payments for cattle freight
• Manage producer communications and data reporting
• Reconcile reimbursements for cattle
• Manage and reconcile cattle bank account
• Audit Emydex/operational systems for accuracy
• Account for shackle agreements
• Report periodic slaughter and grading data to the USDA
• Report slaughter and grading data for Certified Angus Beef
• Calculate and pay checkoff and brand inspection invoices
• Report offal production and drop credit performance against market
• Manage fixed asset reporting and construction in progress
• Manage inventory reporting and valuation
• Perform month-end account reconciliations, enter closing transactions
• Perform other Accounting and Administrative tasks as necessary to maintain department efficiency
• Follow all company policies and procedures
• Participate in all required training programs
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of accounting experience, cattle industry experience preferred.
• Proficiency in computer applications, especially Excel, Word and ERP systems (Business Central experience is a plus).
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with strict attention to detail.
• Ability to work well within a team and across multiple departments.
• Ability to work an 8:00 AM to 5:00 schedule daily, with extended hours as needed to ensure timely cattle payment.
• Fluent in English, with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to handle stressful situations effectively.
• Demonstrated problem-solving abilities and follow-up skills to ensure task completion.
• Strong desire to set goals, meet deadlines, and efficiently manage tasks with attention to detail.
• Excellent customer service skills with a professional demeanor.

Benefits:

• Competitive wage based on a pay scale.
• Health insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• 401K with matching.
• Opportunities for advancement within the company.

Equal Opportunity Employment (EOE) We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.

Compensation Transparency

Compensation for this position is based on experience, skills, and qualifications and will be discussed during the hiring process.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Affirmative Action Statement

Sustainable Beef is an Equal Opportunity Employer and federal contractor. We are committed to affirmative action and equal employment opportunity for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. For more information, please review the “EEO is the Law” poster and the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources.

Additional Compliance Statement

Sustainable Beef reserves the right to modify, interpret, or apply this job description as business needs require. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. Compensation for this position is based on experience, skills, and qualifications and will be discussed during the hiring process.