Operations Accounting Manager

Perdue Foods has a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins by creating products for consumers and for retail and foodservice customers around the globe while changing the way animals are raised for food. It is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we're committed to helping our team members thrive.
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Summary
We are recruiting for an Operations Accounting Manager. This role manages all accounting and reporting functions for our expanding Co-packer operations, ensuring adequate controls to protect company assets and operational effectiveness. Ensures relevant, timely, and accurate reporting of Co-packer and effective support of operations and financial management.

This role is onsite at our Salisbury, MD Corporate Offices.

The salary range for this position is $97,000 - $145,000 per year, based on experience and qualifications with annual bonus available (variable depending on performance).

In addition to the base salary, Perdue offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/Rx, 401(k) with employer match after 1 year, critical illness, accident insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, optional group life insurance, short-term and long-term disability protection, flexible spending accounts and paid time off.

Principal And Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintains an effective system of internal controls, ensuring compliance with Corporate and generally accepted standards of accounting and reporting.
• Directs the processes of recording, reviewing, and reporting the Co-packer performance, with a focus on continuous improvement in terms of accuracy, timeliness, relevance, and cost. Effectively utilizes information processing technology to deliver information to management in an efficient and effective manner.
• Assists Co-packer Operational management in managing capital expenditures to optimize economic performance, product quality, and associate safety. Effectively manages the CER process for any Co-packer related CER's. Oversees inventory and overall asset management where relevant for a Co-packer.
• Serve as the Financial resource for the Senior Director and Director of Co-manufacturing. Assist with routine and adhoc reporting to support the Co-manufacturing part of our business.
• Reviews / performs monthly closing responsibilities and related cost/analytical and auditing responsibilities.
• Support activities related to annual Operating Budgets and Operational scorecards in addition to supporting adhoc requests from the VP of Foods Plant Accounting.

Minimum Education And Experience Required
REQUIRED:
Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance plus 6 – 8 years related work experience.

• Requires manufacturing costing experience and process cost accounting.
• Must be able to work with the remote Co-manufacturing management team to understand the contracts and cost models and to perform audit requirements at Co-manufacturing plants as needed.

Preferred

• MBA, CPA or CMA preferred. Poultry industry experience.
• Minimum of 2-3 years supervisory experience preferred.

Environmental Factors And Physical Requirements

• Position is mostly sedentary but may require occasional moving to other offices or buildings.
• May need to move light equipment or supplies from one place to another.
• May need to access files, supplies and equipment.
• Work activity is in an office, open-partitioned, cubicle environment.

• When in a plant environment:

• Exposure primarily consists of wet and moist floors which include metal and plastic grating surfaces.

• May be exposed to temperatures of 28 degrees to 100 degrees Fahrenheit with both ambient and 100% humidity.
• May handle product 25 degrees to 50 degrees Fahrenheit.
• May be exposed to noise ranges of 50 db to 110 db.
• May be exposed to all chemicals used in poultry, food, processing facility.
• Must wear and use protective and safety equipment required for the job as directed by the Company.

Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.