Accounting Supervisor

When you join Smithfield, you become part of a company that's sustainably feeding people around the world, producing good food the right way with respect for our people, animals, communities and planet. With opportunities across locations and functions, a culture grounded in gratitude, communication, respect and accountability, and a strong commitment to learning, collaboration, and innovation, Smithfield offers challenging and rewarding careers where you can grow, contribute and make a real impact.

About the role

The Accounting Supervisor oversees and coordinates the daily operations within their department. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, has excellent computer skills, and is an independent thinker.

Responsibilities

• Oversees daily transactions and participates in regular audits.
• Manages the preparation and distribution of scheduled periodic reports.
• Analyzes data to ensure accuracy.
• Performs month-end activities including journal entries, variance analysis, and account reconciliations.
• Assists in timely measurement and explanation of variances and operating costs.
• Establishes accounting policies and procedures in alignment with company’s targets.
• Collaborates with various departments and personnel to identify best practices and improve reporting.
• Ensures that established controls and policies are followed and documented as necessary.
• Compiles data from various sources to prepare reports in Excel and business intelligence systems that require data entry, data manipulation, and formulas in Excel.
• Effectively prepares, maintains, and reports financial data.
• Manages deadlines from departments on data requirements.
• Reports and researches for management.
• Performs special requests and participates in projects and presentations, as needed.
• Provides leadership and guidance to employees in the accounting department.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws, including interviewing, hiring, training employees, planning, assigning, and directing work, appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees, and addressing complaints.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Accounting, Finance, Business or related field and 2+ years of relevant accounting experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Experience acting as a lead by providing training, coaching or mentoring to less experienced staff or through managing a process or project required.
• Knowledge of Accounting software and Microsoft Office, specifically advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel including use of Pivot Tables and analytical tools.
• Solid understanding of accounting concepts.
• Solid mathematical and analytical skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Requires flexibility and willingness to work as part of a team.
• Ability to work well with others in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to be respectful, approachable, and team-oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.