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Your OpportunityThe Accounting Supervisor oversees and coordinates the daily operations within their department. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, has excellent computer skills, and is an independent thinker.
Core ResponsibilitiesOversees daily transactions and participates in regular audits.
Manages the preparation and distribution scheduled periodic reports. Analyzes data to ensure accuracy.
Performs month-end activities including, journal entries, variance analysis, and account reconciliations. Assists in timely measurement and explanation of variances and operating costs.
Establishes accounting policies and procedures in alignment with company’s targets. Collaborates with various departments and personnel to identify best practices and improve reporting.
Ensures that established controls and policies are followed and documented as necessary.
Compiles data from various sources to prepare reports in Excel and business intelligence systems that require data entry, data manipulation, and formulas in Excel.
Effectively prepares, maintains, and reports financial data.
Manages deadlines from departments on data requirements.
Reports and researches for management.
Performs special requests and participate with projects and presentations, as needed.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.
QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four year college or university in Accounting, Finance, Business or related field and 2+ years of relevant accounting experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
Experience acting as a lead by providing training, coaching or mentoring to less experienced staff or through managing a process or project required.
Knowledge of Accounting software, and Microsoft Office, specifically advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel including use of Pivot Tables and analytical tools.
Solid understanding of accounting concepts.
Solid mathematical and analytical skills.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Requires flexibility and willingness to work as part of a team.
Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.
Ability to be respectful, approachable and team-oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.
Provides leadership and guidance to employees in the accounting department.
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and assisting in providing appropriate resolutions.
EEO Information
Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law.
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
- 2+ years of relevant accounting experience
- Experience acting as a lead providing training, coaching, mentoring, or managing a process/project
- Knowledge of accounting software
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including Pivot Tables and analytical tools
- Proficient with Microsoft Office
- Solid understanding of accounting concepts
- Strong mathematical and analytical skills
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Flexibility and willingness to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
Smithfield Foods Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Smithfield Foods and has not been reviewed or approved by Smithfield Foods.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support stands out as a strong component of the package, with a 401(k) match repeatedly characterized as competitive. This element is portrayed as a meaningful contributor to overall total rewards beyond base pay.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare offerings are described as comprehensive, including medical, dental, vision, prescription, disability, and life coverage. Insurance quality is often positioned as a notable strength relative to other parts of the employment experience.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Compensation is frequently framed as competitive for the industry, particularly for skilled trades and certain salaried roles. Overtime availability is depicted as a major lever that can materially increase take-home pay in many settings.
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What We Do
Headquartered in Smithfield, Va. since 1936, Smithfield Foods, Inc. is an American food company with agricultural roots and a global reach. With more than 60,000 jobs globally, we are dedicated to producing "Good food. Responsibly®" and serve as one of the world's leading vertically integrated protein companies. We have pioneered sustainability standards for more than two decades, including our industry-leading commitments to become carbon negative in U.S. company-owned operations and reduce GHG emissions 30 percent across our entire U.S. value chain by 2030. We believe in the power of protein to end food insecurity and have donated hundreds of millions of food servings to our communities. Smithfield boasts a portfolio of high-quality iconic brands, such as Smithfield®, Eckrich® and Nathan's Famous®, among many others.







