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Commercial Financial Accountant

Idaho Milk Products · Jerome, ID · 4 days ago
Full-time

Location: Main Plant City, Jerome, Idaho | Full time, exempt | Day Shift (Mon-Fri). Subject to change according to business needs.

About the role

The Commercial Financial Accountant plays a key role in supporting both the Commercial and Finance teams by delivering accurate, timely, and insightful financial information and analysis. This position is responsible for various month-end closing activities related to Commercial and Administrative accounts, ensuring all documentation and procedures are current and compliant. A critical aspect of this role is building strong relationships with the Commercial team and providing them with meaningful reporting, analysis, and business insights. Additionally, this position serves as a backup for core Accounting functions, contributing to the overall efficiency and reliability of the finance operation.

Responsibilities

  • Perform month-end accounting tasks for Commercial and Administrative functions, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
  • Prepare and deliver management reports as assigned.
  • Assist and complete business surveys and data submissions as requested.
  • Support internal and external audit processes by providing timely and accurate documentation.
  • Contribute to process improvement initiatives across the accounting team.
  • Generate and maintain daily, weekly, monthly, and annual sales reports.
  • Develop and update Power BI dashboards to support sales reporting and analysis.
  • Prepare and maintain sales projections and inventory tracking reports.
  • Ensure accuracy of customer master data in accounting systems, including new customer setup and updates.
  • Provide backup support for the Accounts Receivable Specialist and other accounting team members as needed.
  • Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration; concentration in Accounting preferred.
  • Minimum of 3 years of professional accounting experience.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, with intermediate Excel skills (e.g., pivot tables, formulas, data analysis).
  • Experience with Power BI dashboard development is preferred.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on identifying key insights and recommending actionable solutions.
  • Experience in the dairy or food manufacturing industry preferred.
  • Demonstrates a high level of confidentiality, professionalism, and punctuality.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams, departments, and with external partners.
  • Sound decision-making, critical thinking, and attention to detail.
  • Highly organized, self-motivated, and adaptable to shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Physical Requirements

  • Subject to up to at least 92db’s.
  • Sit for extended periods of time.
  • Reaching: Extending hands and arms in any direction.
  • Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist occasionally.
  • Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Those activities in which must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other employees.
  • Perform tasks requiring manual dexterity (e.g., processing paperwork, filing, stapling, sorting, collating, etc.).
  • Operate office machines (e.g., personal computer, copy machine, fax machine, calculator, and phone).

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
  • Disability and Life Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Supplemental Insurance
  • Vacation and Holiday Pay
  • Personal Time Off (PTO)
  • 401(k) plan with company match

Eligibility and waiting periods may apply.

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