Accounting Systems Analyst I

Foremost Farms USA is one of the largest, leading dairy cooperatives in the United States and a major dairy food and ingredients manufacturing business. We represent hundreds of Midwest dairy farmer members across seven states and produce about 500 million pounds of cheese and 50 million pounds of butter annually in plants across our network. "We Bring Dairy to Life" in seven manufacturing plants across Wisconsin and Michigan and at our headquarters in Middleton (Madison), Wisconsin.

About the Role

The Accounting Systems Analyst serves as a liaison between Finance, Accounting, and Information Technology to support, maintain, and enhance financial systems and reporting processes. This role ensures system integrity, supports month-end close activities, provides ERP support, strengthens internal controls (SOX), and drives process improvements across Order-to-Cash (O2C), Procure-to-Pay (P2P), and Record-to-Report cycles. The position requires knowledge of accounting principles, ERP systems (e.g., Oracle R12), and data/reporting tools (e.g., Tableau), with a strong focus on accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency.

This is a full-time, exempt position with a hybrid schedule. Candidates must reside within a commutable distance to the corporate office in Middleton, WI.

Responsibilities

• Act as a resource for system-related issue resolution and troubleshooting.
• Provide support for ERP systems (e.g., Oracle R12 Financials).
• Partner with Accounting, Finance, Operations, and Information Technology to align system capabilities with business needs.
• Provide training and support to end users on financial systems and reporting tools.
• Ensure completeness and accuracy of financial data across subledgers and the general ledger.
• Compile and process journal entries in the General Ledger and reconcile accounts.
• Analyze General Ledger account variances and provide write-ups as needed.
• Support and optimize close processes, including journal entry workflows, reconciliations, and consolidations.
• Develop reports and dashboards (e.g., Tableau) for financial analysis.
• Identify opportunities and gather business requirements to streamline financial processes and reduce manual effort.
• Partner with Information Technology, Finance, and business teams to test and implement process changes.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the cooperative.
• Ensure financial systems and processes comply with internal control requirements.
• Maintain department system workflows, controls, and procedures for standardization across business units and audit readiness.
• Support internal and external audits by providing system documentation, data extracts, and control evidence.
• Monitor and remediate control deficiencies related to financial systems.
• Maintain accuracy and integrity of financial master data (vendors, customers, items, product costs, milk pricing, and General Ledger accounts).
• Perform data validation, reconciliations, and exception analysis within the General Ledger.
• Investigate and resolve system or data discrepancies impacting financial statements.
• Support advanced data analysis and reporting using tools such as Excel, financial reporting, and Tableau.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Finance, or related field.
• 2-3+ years of experience in accounting, financial systems, or business analysis.
• Working knowledge of accounting principles.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to manage complexity, ambiguity, and time-sensitive decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Process-oriented with a continuous improvement focus.
• Effective communication skills—ability to translate technical concepts to non-technical users.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in dairy, food manufacturing, or agricultural cooperatives.
• Hands-on experience with ERP and EPM/Hyperion systems (Oracle R12 (GL, AP, AR, FA, Cost Management strongly preferred).
• Experience with reporting tools: Tableau, Power BI, or similar.
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, macros optional).
• Data analysis and reconciliation techniques.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance – Flexible coverage options for you and your family.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – 100% company match on up to 8% of your contributions.
• Generous Paid Time Off – Start with 200 hours of PTO (pro-rated for first year).
• 10 Paid Holidays.
• Paid Parental Leave – 6 weeks fully paid.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) – Available when you elect the high-deductible health plan.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) – Save for medical and dependent care expenses.
• Life and Disability Insurance – Financial protection for you and your loved ones.
• Daily Pay Option – Access your earnings when you need them.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support for life’s challenges.
• Referral Program – Earn rewards for bringing great people to our team.
• Career Growth Opportunities – Advance your skills and your career with us.