Financial Reporting Analyst

Part-time,Full-time - Entry Level

Smithfield, VA

About the position

Smithfield Foods is an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. We’re looking for motivated people who want to join our team and grow lasting and meaningful careers with us. The Finance/Accounting team is seeking out driven, detail-oriented professionals to exercise accounting principles while preserving the superior financial standing of our $15B company. The Financial Reporting Analyst will support both the accounting activities for IFRS accounting and reporting requirements of the company’s consolidated results.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the monthly consolidation of division financial statements
• Uploads and validates monthly statistical data
• Compiles weekly results, including loading corporate information and verifying division information has been loaded completely and accurately
• Assists with monthly and quarterly reporting
• Responds to audit inquiries
• Assists with the preparation of the semi-annual reporting pack to parent company
• Prepares US Census surveys
• Identifies and implements process improvements, efficiency opportunities, and cost saving initiatives while ensuring process quality
• Undertakes special projects and supports Corporate initiatives, as needed

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Accounting, Business, or related field
• 2+ years of relevant experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and/or experience
• Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy, as well as solid organization and time management skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact with internal departments
• Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment
• Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Annual Bonus Earning Potential
• Comprehensive Health Insurance
• Retirement Benefits
• Education benefit available to full and part time Smithfield team members on their first day of employment
• Relocation Assistance packages
• Opportunities for career growth
• Professional development
• Tuition assistance
• Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees’ children
• Education Reimbursement Program for furthering formal education