Staff Accountant

Description

Dairy Farmers of America (DFA), a dairy marketing cooperative owned by more than 12,500 family farmers. Our mark matters and it represents the wholesomeness of dairy that we share with our communities and loved ones. DFA manufactures a variety of dairy products, including cheese, butter, fluid milk, ice cream, dairy ingredients and more, under well-known and established regional brands. Our fingerprints touch thousands of brands across the marketplace, and we’re passionate about delivering the simple pleasures of dairy to people everywhere, straight from our family farm-owners. We are proud to provide families with fresh delicious dairy products.

By joining DFA, you can help us continue to make a difference that matters. We care deeply about the well-being of our neighbors and friends, and we celebrate the diversity of our company and our world. It takes an incredible team to deliver the goodness of dairy and enrich our communities – come join us!

Our location:

14760 Trinity Blvd, Fort Worth, TX 76155

DFA has an opening for a Staff Accountant. The Fixed Asset Staff Accountant serves as a financial and accounting resource for the DFA Dairy Brands centralized Fixed Assets Group. This position provides technical knowledge of fixed assets and lease accounting. This role is accountable for recording the cost of newly acquired fixed assets, tracking existing fixed assets, recording depreciation and accounting for the disposition of fixed assets.

General Purpose

The Fixed Asset Staff Accountant serves as a financial and accounting resource for the DFA Dairy Brands centralized Fixed Assets Group. This position provides technical knowledge of fixed assets and lease accounting. This role is accountable for recording the cost of newly acquired fixed assets, tracking existing fixed assets, recording depreciation and accounting for the disposition of fixed assets.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly balance sheets, income statements, and profit and loss statements, providing timely and accurate accounting entries within the group or plant
• Maintain financial reports, records, and general ledger accounts
• Prepare journal entries, analyses, and account reconciliations and assist with monthly close processes; ensure entries are reconciled, reviewed, and have appropriate supporting documentation
• Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations
• Perform a variety of accounting duties that may include:
  • Review CIP accounts to ensure balances are appropriate
  • Monitor asset capitalization and retirement
  • Test depreciation calculations as needed
  • Reconcile fixed asset accounts including reconciliation of the fixed assets sub-ledge to the general ledger
  • Analyze capital lease agreements and establish the appropriate accounting
  • Compile lease back packages for quarterly submission
  • Support project managers with capital spend and P4K system needs
  • Assist in the coordinator of fixed asset inventories and audits with audit teams
• Prepare and/or provide information and reports as scheduled or required
• Respond to information requests, reviewing financial statements, and assisting with audits
• Maintain knowledge and ensure compliance of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
• The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

Benefits:

• Health and Welfare benefits begin 1st of the month after start date
• 401(k) with company contribution – 100% vested at day one of eligibility
• Competitive pay
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Career growth opportunities – we promote from within!
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits
• Service recognition and employee rewards
• Employee referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Work for dairy farm families

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Undergraduate degree in accounting or related curriculum (or equivalent combination of experience and education)
• Up to 2 years of accounting, finance, or related experience
• Experience with Microsoft Office or similar software
• Experience with accounting software preferred
• Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), balance sheet and income statement methods, internal controls, and other areas related to financial reporting
• Knowledge of and skill with Microsoft Office Suite and company computer systems, specifically accounting software
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Able to complete arithmetic, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division
• Able to conduct research into issues or situations
• Able to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports
• Able to organize time, energy, and resources effectively to achieve goals (i.e., organizational skills)
• Able to work with accuracy and detail oriented
• Able to maintain confidentiality of information
• Must be able to read, write and speak English

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans