Precision Planting is an innovative company that is changing the agriculture industry in remarkable ways. In only twenty years, we have helped redefine agriculture in the US and globally. Our products make growers more productive, increase yields, current agricultural practices more sustainable, and reduce the costs to feed a growing world. Precision Planting is growing rapidly and has many new products and business opportunities it is pursuing to continue that growth. We are entrepreneurial in our DNA, fast-paced in our actions, and value hard work, innovative thinking, open communications, and teamwork. If you share these values, then we might be the right place for you to contribute, grow and succeed in your career. We are seeking a skilled, experienced staff accountant to join our growing organization.
About the Role:
Responsible for accurately recording transactions, analyze activity for trends and assist Senior Accountant / Controller with producing accurate and timely financial statements and other required reports
Key liaison between Accounting, Operations, and Procurement to coordinate the annual standard cost process for all Precision Planting products
What would I be doing?
Key role in understanding Precision Planting’s cost of goods including analysis of actual manufacturing costs, fixed vs. variable costs, and standard costs variances
Calculate the standard labor and overhead rates twice a year after analyzing manufacturing costs and inputs
Analyze actual operating costs and prepares and evaluate monthly operations / supply chain metrics to track results versus goals for management
Review supporting documentation for orders being financed and follow-up as needed to obtain additional details
Review supporting documentation for grower & dealer rebates and follow-up as needed to obtain additional details
Respond to information requests and assist with preparation for internal and external audits
Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations and assist with monthly close processes
Prepare monthly files for sales and use tax filings
Review and audit vendor changes weekly to ensure there is supporting documentation for the update
Reconcile bank statement monthly
What must I have?
3+ years of Accounting or Finance experience
Previous experience in cost accounting
Solid financial knowledge including GAAP
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Results oriented- Autonomous and self-driven with an “act as owner” mentality. Problem solving skills
Agility- ability to perform in ambiguous situations often with incomplete information
Willingness to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and changing priorities
Demonstrated analytical and critical thinking skills
Desire to drive continuous process improvements
Strong verbal/written communication skills
Problem-solving experience, and willingness to learn
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What other specific skills & experiences would be good for me to have?
Working knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics GP & Tableau
