Job Details
Qualifications
- Accounting
- Analysis skills
- Bachelor's degree
- Master's degree
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Research
Job Description
DFA Rotational Accounting Analyst will train and learn from various functional leaders/managers in four areas; Operational Accounting, Internal Audit, Corporate Accounting, and Inventory Costing Accounting over a four-year timeframe, as assigned by the DFA Program Sponsor. After completion of the Rotational program, successful candidates will be offered a position commensurate with experience acquired during the program. The Rotational Accounting Analyst will develop a good understanding of DFA's systems and processes in Manufacturing Operational Accounting, Internal Audit, Corporate Accounting and Inventory Costing Accounting as well as gain an understanding of the dairy industry. The Rotational Accounting Analyst will learn DFA's culture, value system and business model to work effectively within it.
Duties & Responsibilities:
OperationalAccounting:
Assist with month-end closing process including journal entry preparation and monthly financial reporting
Preparation of accounts payable vouchers
Preparation of account reconciliations including maintaining manufacturing clearing accounts
Assist in review of marketing spends
Assist in review and payment of commissions and broker incentives
Miscellaneous projects as needed.
Internal Audit:
Performs or assists in performing financial and operational audits in a professional manner
Interviews persons under audit to gain understanding of how the system operates
Performs transaction and compliance testing to evaluate the existence, efficiency, and effectiveness of internal control procedures
Prepares audit workpapers documenting each audit step in the audit program. Ensures that information is presented clearly, concisely, accurately, in logical format
Makes or assists in making oral or written presentations to management during and at conclusion of an audit, discussing deficiencies, recommending corrective action, and suggesting improvements in internal controls
Provides input for revision of audit programs where necessary to accomplish audit objectives
Assists in special projects as assigned by Internal Audit management
Assists the Company's external auditors by preparing workpapers and schedules
Corporate Accounting:
Assist in the annual budgeting and allocation process
Prepare journal entries
Assist in Board Statement preparation
Prepare reconciliation of general ledger accounts. Analyze accounts for reasonableness and accuracy
Assist in the monthly financial statement close process
Special projects as assigned
Inventory Cost Accounting:
Assist manufacturing plants with costing and OPEX analysis
Prepare monthly KPI's that help drive results and achievement of financial goals
Assist in identifying and implementing process improvement opportunities
Requirements:
Education & Experience:
Four year Bachelor's degree required in Accounting. Master's degree preferred.
Minimum 3.25 GPA required
Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Leadership Effectiveness Factors:Supports, demonstrates, and promotes Leadership Effectiveness factors: Establish Trust and Demonstrate Integrity, Set Clear Direction, Grow Relationships, Focus on Results, Cultivate Capabilities, and Promote Innovation
Problem Solving:Uses logic, methods and creativity to solve difficult problems with effective solutions. Probes all relevant sources for answers and sees hidden problems. Excels at honest analysis and looks beyond the obvious without stopping at the first answer
Initiative:Recognizes what needs to be done and accomplishes it. Actively seeks solutions to problems without direction from someone else. Takes action to achieve goals beyond what is asked of him or her. Questions processes and suggests changes. Looks for opportunities to make contributions to the business
Analytical skills:Ability to research, interpret and analyze information
Proficient in Microsoft Office:Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Interpersonal skills:Excellent verbal communication and listening
Written communication skills:Excellent written communication skills.
An Equal Opportunity Employer