Job Details:
SUMMARY: As a part of Corporate Accounting, this position has responsibility in External Financial Reporting and Benefits Accounting. Financial Reporting tasks include, but are not limited to, preparation of annual and quarterly Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Forms 10-K and 10-Q, other ad-hoc SEC filings such as Forms 8-K, S-3, S-4, quarterly earnings releases, quarterly internal executive financial reporting packages, sections of the Board of Directors and Audit Committee reports and ad hoc requests from other Finance & Accounting departments, as needed. Preparation of SEC documents includes iXBRL research and tagging, as well as the compilation of supporting documentation to ensure all external financial reports are accurate, properly documented, tied-out and supported. Responsibilities also include required monthly/quarterly and annual governmental census/survey reporting, including coordination with numerous plants in order to meet required deadlines.
This position is also involved in accounting for benefits-related areas including the 401k plan, stock purchase plan, stock option and other stock compensation plans, pension plans and medical plans as well as self-insurance reserves, stockholders' equity, treasury stock reconciliations, average shares outstanding and EPS calculations. Background in understanding SOX 404 risks as well as executing and documenting controls are important to the role. Additionally, this position works closely with other departments within Tyson and with external contacts including consultants, actuaries, benefit plan administrators and auditors, making the ability to build and maintain relationships and embodying Tyson’s cultural values important to success.
REQUIREMENTS:
Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
Experience: 3+ years accounting experience.
Computer skills: Working knowledge of SAP and basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint preferred. Working knowledge of Workiva (Wdesk) preferred, but not required.
Communication Skills: Strong written, presentation and verbal communication skills.
Special Skills: Certified Public Accountant or eligible to sit for CPA Exam preferred, but not required. Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and accounting processes is required. Experience in benefits accounting, stock compensation, medical plans and financial reporting preferred. Position requires strong analytical skills.
Supervisory: None
Travel: Minimal
Relocation Assistance Eligible:
NoWork Shift:
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The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
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We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
- 3+ years accounting experience
- Working knowledge of SAP
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint
- Working knowledge of Workiva (Wdesk)
- Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and accounting processes
- Experience in benefits accounting, stock compensation, medical plans and financial reporting
- Understanding of SOX 404 risks and ability to execute and document controls
- Strong written, presentation and verbal communication skills
- Certified Public Accountant or eligible to sit for CPA Exam
- Strong analytical skills
Tyson Foods Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage start on day one and are complemented by telehealth, wellbeing programs, and added mental‑health support. Vision and basic dental are available at no additional cost, and preventive care is emphasized.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave has been expanded for birth and adoptive parents, signaling stronger family support. Select locations have piloted childcare solutions to better support shift workers.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) plan with company matching after a year and an employee stock purchase plan are available to build long‑term financial security. Company‑paid life and disability coverage further bolster the protection package.
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What We Do
World's largest processor and marketer of protein food products. We think differently and we act boldly. At Tyson Foods, we're not only ready for tomorrow, we’re leading the way. We are a company of people engaged in the production of food, seeking to pursue truth and integrity, and committed to creating value for our shareholders, our customers, our team members, and our communities. We built our name on providing generations of families with wholesome, great-tasting chicken. But today’s Tyson Foods is so much more. As values and behaviors around food have changed, so have we. Today, we’re innovators uniquely positioned to reshape what it means to feed our world. Today, we not only have the fastest growing portfolio of protein-centric brands, we offer greater transparency into everything we do.
