Accounting Supervisor- Further Processing (FP) - Mount Olive North Carolina

Company: Butterball
Location: Mount Olive, North Carolina
Posted On: 05/07/2025

Butterball, LLC, one of America's most iconic brands, helps consumers celebrate Thanksgiving and every day in between. Located in the thriving Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina area, our goal is to provide a diverse array of career opportunities and paths which include our farms, processing facilities and support offices.
We are the largest producer of turkey products in the U.S., and we make a lot more than Thanksgiving turkeys. Our company's measurable growth is in no small part due to our team members in North Carolina, Arkansas, Illinois, and Missouri, who each have a seat at the table to contribute to our success
Job Summary: - -The Further Processing (FP) Accounting Supervisor oversees the financial operations related to further processing activities for our manufacturing plant located in Mt. Olive, NC. This individual will be responsible for ensuring accurate operational, technical, and consultative functions including but not limited to yield reporting, variance reporting, inventory, and production related research and analysis. Additional duties include foster and developing a team of accounting professionals. The FP Accounting Supervisor will work closely with production and other departments to support financial decision-making and operational efficiency. -Essential Functions, Duties & Responsibilities: -

• Oversees accumulation of departmental production yield reporting data. -
• Trains, mentors, and develops a team of accounting staff by fostering a collaborative and productive work environment. -
• Generates and analyzes actual costs versus standard costs from various sources. -
• Conducts regular reconciliations of accounts, resolving any discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Assembles and reviews yield and labor variance reports on a weekly and monthly occurrence, ensuring accuracy. -
• Executes ad hoc reporting and analytics as needed. -
• Communicates production reporting results to upper management. -
• Prepares and/or enters journal entries. -
• Provides Month End/Closing Support, reporting and analysis. -
• Conducts all accounting activities, adhering to generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and Company procedures.
• Monitors the completion of all records submitted through the time record system (UKG/Kronos) and processes the Plant's payroll. -
• Coordinates and directs budget preparation with the Production and Operations teams by using Zero Base Budgeting methods and financial projections, establishes and maintains planning and control procedures, including Activity Based Costing (ABC) cost accounting system, and assesses and reports variances. -
• Assists in the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and financial plans, providing insights and recommendations to upper management. -
• Participates in production related analysis and discussions. -
• Collaborates with internal and external auditors, providing necessary documentation and support during audits. -
• Reviews and analyzes financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements. -
• Partners and aids the Production Reporting & Accounting Manager with designated projects and assignments.
• Performs other duties as assigned.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
  • Excellent verbal/written communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate cross functionally and build working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. -
  • Thorough understanding of accounting principles, GAAP and financial reporting standards. -
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
  • Possess exceptional time management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritizing workloads, and meeting deadlines. -
  • Continuous improvement mindset with a passion for automating/standardizing processes.
  • Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy in financial reporting.
  • Committed to high ethical standards and integrity in managing confidential and financial information. -
  • Proficient with Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook, etc.) and accounting software such as SAP or other ERP (enterprise resource planning) systems. -Education & Experience:
    • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field required. -
      • Will consider a combination of education and experience in lieu of a degree
      • 4+ years of relevant accounting experience, serving in roles such as a Financial Analyst, Staff Accountant, Internal Auditor, or similar.
      • At least 2 years in a supervisory role managing a team of 3+ direct reports. -
      • Prior work experience in the food manufacturing industry, particularly in further processing is highly desired. -Working Conditions: - -
        • Work is performed in an office environment with telephones, personal computers, and printers.
        • The noise level of the environment is usually moderate.
        • Sedentary position with seldom to occasional lifting of less than 25 pounds.
        • May require standing less than or equal to 1/3 of the day.
        • Willingness and ability to travel up to 10% of the time. - -The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of what is required of personnel so classified. -Furthermore, they do not imply or establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer. - -Butterball, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the fair and impartial treatment of all employees and applicants for employment without regard to gender, age, race, religion, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, military/veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. -
          We embrace equal opportunity employment. Butterball is committed to the fair and impartial treatment of all employees and applicants for employment without regard to gender, age, race, religion, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, military/veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by law.
          
          This position is deemed Safety Sensitive for purposes of Butterball's Drug/Alcohol Screening & Testing Policy. Details will be provided to individuals who receive a conditional job offer, or upon request. More...

              

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