Senior Accountant (3198)

About Us:

Carl Buddig and Company, a respected name in the meat manufacturing industry, boasts a legacy of over 80 years. Founded as a family-owned company, we have evolved into a leading producer of premium meat products, including renowned lunchmeats, ready-to-eat cooked meats under our Kingsford, LLC division, and savory snack meats from Old Wisconsin.

As a third-generation family business, our success is anchored in our commitment to quality, innovation, and community. With a workforce of 2,500 dedicated team members spread across Illinois, Wisconsin, and Indiana, we continue to expand, driven by a vision for excellence and a responsiveness to evolving consumer preferences.

At Carl Buddig and Company, we foster a culture centered around teamwork and innovation. We strive to create an environment that values creativity and collaboration, ensuring every team member is empowered to contribute to our collective goals.

Our dedication extends beyond our business operations. We actively support charitable initiatives and community organizations through direct contributions, volunteer work, and partnerships. We aim to make a positive impact and give back to the communities that have supported us over the years.

Join us at Carl Buddig and Company, where tradition meets innovation, and where our passion for quality meat products is matched by our commitment to our people and communities.

Position Summary:

The Senior Accountant will play a key role in supporting the accounting function through month-end close, journal entries, account reconciliations, financial statement support, variance analysis, and compliance with internal controls and GAAP requirements. This position requires strong technical accounting skills, attention to detail, and the ability to partner effectively with accounting, finance, operations, and other cross-functional teams to ensure accurate and timely financial information.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and post monthly journal entries, accruals, reclasses, and other accounting adjustments in accordance with company policies and GAAP.
• Perform monthly balance sheet account reconciliations, investigate variances, and resolve reconciling items in a timely manner.

• Support the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes by ensuring assigned areas are completed accurately and on schedule.

• Assist with the preparation and review of financial statements, management reporting, and supporting schedules.

• Analyze financial results and account activity to identify trends, explain variances, and support decision-making.

• Maintain and improve accounting processes, documentation, and internal controls to support accuracy, consistency, and efficiency

• Partner with cross-functional teams, including operations, accounts payable, accounts receivable, procurement, and FP&A, to obtain information and resolve accounting issues.
• Support audit requests by preparing schedules, providing documentation, and responding to auditor questions as needed

• Assist with inventory, fixed assets, cost accounting, intercompany, or other assigned accounting areas based on business needs.

• Contribute to finance and accounting projects, system improvements, and process automation initiatives.

Education & Experience: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; CPA or CPA eligibility preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing, food CPG, or a related industry.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, and month-end close processes.
• Experience preparing journal entries, supporting financial statements, and analyzing account activity and variances.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work across accounting, finance, operations, and other business functions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel required; experience with Microsoft D365, Power BI, or other ERP/reporting tools preferred.
• Demonstrated commitment to integrity, accountability, continuous improvement, and supporting a positive team culture.

Pay Range for this position $80,000 to $90,000, depending on experience.

Benefits for this role include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, FSA, HSA, 401(k) Plan with Company Match, Vacation & PTO, and Tuition Reimbursement.  There is also a potential for a discretionary bonus this bonus is based on personal & company performance and is not a guaranteed bonus plan.

Use of Artificial Intelligence in Employment Decisions Statement 

Carl Buddig and Company does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to make any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, promotion, performance evaluations, discipline, or termination. All employment decisions are made by trained HR professionals and company leaders to ensure fairness, consistency, and compliance with the Illinois Human Rights Act.