Sr Accountant

Job Details: SUMMARY: As a part of Corporate Accounting, this position has responsibility in External Financial Reporting and Benefits Accounting. Financial Reporting tasks include, but are not limited to, preparation of annual and quarterly Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Forms 10-K and 10-Q, other ad-hoc SEC filings such as Forms 8-K, S-3, S-4, quarterly earnings releases, quarterly internal executive financial reporting packages, sections of the Board of Directors and Audit Committee reports and ad hoc requests from other Finance & Accounting departments, as needed. Preparation of SEC documents includes iXBRL research and tagging, as well as the compilation of supporting documentation to ensure all external financial reports are accurate, properly documented, tied-out and supported. Responsibilities also include required monthly/quarterly and annual governmental census/survey reporting, including coordination with numerous plants in order to meet required deadlines. This position is also involved in accounting for benefits-related areas including the 401k plan, stock purchase plan, stock option and other stock compensation plans, pension plans and medical plans as well as self-insurance reserves, stockholders' equity, treasury stock reconciliations, average shares outstanding and EPS calculations. Background in understanding SOX 404 risks as well as executing and documenting controls are important to the role. Additionally, this position works closely with other departments within Tyson and with external contacts including consultants, actuaries, benefit plan administrators and auditors, making the ability to build and maintain relationships and embodying Tyson’s cultural values important to success. REQUIREMENTS: Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance. Experience: 3+ years accounting experience. Computer skills: Working knowledge of SAP and basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint preferred. Working knowledge of Workiva (Wdesk) preferred, but not required. Communication Skills:  Strong written, presentation and verbal communication skills. Special Skills: Certified Public Accountant or eligible to sit for CPA Exam preferred, but not required.  Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and accounting processes is required.  Experience in benefits accounting, stock compensation, medical plans and financial reporting preferred. Position requires strong analytical skills.   Supervisory: None Travel: Minimal   Relocation Assistance Eligible: No Work Shift: 1ST SHIFT (United States of America) Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. If you are offered a position that requires a background check you will be provided additional documentation to complete once an offer has been extended. Hourly Applicants ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment. The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation. Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status. We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more. If you would like to learn more about your data privacy rights and how you may use that information, please read our Job Applicant Privacy Notice here. Unsolicited Assistance: Tyson Foods and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited support from external recruitment vendors for open positions within the United States. Any resumes or candidate profiles submitted by recruitment vendors or headhunters to any employee or applicant tracking system at Tyson Foods or its subsidiaries, without a valid written request and search agreement approved by HR, will be considered the property of Tyson Foods. No fees will be paid if the candidate is hired due to an unsolicited referral.