Accountant

About the role

At Houdek, we are pioneering sustainable solutions in agriculture by transforming soybeans into high-value ingredients that support animal health, environmental stewardship, and food system innovation. Based in Volga, South Dakota, we take pride in creating products that are rooted in science, powered by nature, and designed to make a meaningful difference. We're Growing Fast And Looking For People Who Want To Be Part Of Something Bold And Impactful. Our Team Works With Purpose And Pride, Guided By The Core Values That Shape Our Culture: Safety - We are committed to maintaining a safe, responsible, and healthy environment for all. Quality - From process to product, we hold ourselves to the highest standards. Respect - We foster a workplace where every voice matters and collaboration thrives. Transparency - We communicate clearly, honestly, and often with our teams and our partners. Innovation - We challenge convention, solve complex problems, and drive new possibilities every day. If you're ready to join a team working toward a more sustainable future, we invite you to apply today! Prairie AquaTech, LLC dba Houdek is a manufacturing company based in Volga and Brookings South Dakota that is improving animal health and nutrition by providing high-quality feed ingredients. Using patent-pending technologies licensed on a worldwide, exclusive basis from South Dakota State University and developed internally, the Company is upgrading soybean meal to high-quality ingredients used in aquaculture and other animal feeds. The Accountant – Accounts Payable / Accounts Receivable is responsible for the timely and accurate processing of all sales-related transactions and purchase-related transactions as well as maintaining all purchase and vendor documentation within and outside of the accounting system in accordance with GAAP and Company policies & procedures. The Accountant also assists the sales team to maintain customer service in a manner that aligns with our Company values of Safety, Quality, Respect, Transparency, and Innovation. The Accountant reports to the Accounting Manager. This position is located in Brookings, SD and offers a hybrid work environment after successful onboarding; candidates must reside within commuting distance of the Brookings office and be available for regular in-office collaboration, training, and departmental meetings.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable transactions ensuring accuracy and timeliness of invoice entry.
• Maintain vendor 1099 tax compliance records and electronic payment information within the accounting system.
• Maintain documentation of vendor invoices and statements supporting company expenses.
• Process customer credit applications for establishing credit with the Company.
• Establish customer accounts and maintain documentation within the accounting system.
• Process accounts receivable transactions ensuring accuracy and timeliness of daily invoices and monthly statements.
• Perform collection functions as needed.
• Work closely with grant principal investigators or grant contract managers to track actual grant revenues compared to the grant awards.
• Reconcile AR & AP and accrual accounts monthly to the general ledger.
• Prepare monthly accrual and prepaid financial transactions.
• Implement existing accounting policies and procedures and assist in identifying areas for improvement.
• Track and file sales and use tax and prepare financial reports for annual federal income tax filing.
• Prepare documentation for external auditors.
• Prepare documentation and schedules for tax preparation.
• Prepare 1099's annually.
• Prepare other general journal entries and ad hoc reports as requested by finance management.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in accounting or related field preferred
• Associate or bachelor's degree in accounting, Business, or Finance encouraged

Skills

• Strong organizational and analytical skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong computer skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously