Accountant Assistant

Job description

Sigma is a global food company that is dedicated to the production, distribution and sales of refrigerated and frozen products such as cold meats, dry meats, cheese, yogurt, prepared meals and beverages. We have a strong diversified portfolio of well-positioned brands that market in the countries where we participate. We operate in 69 production plants, serving more than 590,000 customers in North, Central, South America, the Caribbean and Europe.Working for Sigma is like working for a family-owned business, we believe in taking care of our associates so they will be dedicated to producing high quality products. You are not just applying for a job, this is the start to a new career whether your path takes you to the corporate headquarters or within the food production and distribution side of the business.*POSITION SUMMARY*This position will report to the Controller and assist in the Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) processing.*ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS** Process invoices and validate purchase orders* Assist in vendor/carrier AP and claim processes* Balance and report facility cost centers* Maintain office supply inventory including but not limited to tracking and organizing office supplies* Review and assist with Ad-hoc reporting, analysis, special projects, and internal/external audits*MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS** High School Diploma, GED or equivalent* Six (6) months experience in accounting/bookkeeping*Preferred Qualifications** Two (2) years related experience in accounting*KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITITES (KSA's)** Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint* The ability to multi-task* Organized and Self-Motivated* The ability to work efficiently and accurately under pressure, meet deadlines, present a professional demeanor and work well independently*ENVIRONMENTAL/WORKING CONDITIONS** Ability to sit for a full shift of at least 8 hours*PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS** Usual office environment with frequent sitting, walking, and standing, and occasional climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and balancing. Frequent use of eye, hand, and finger coordination enabling the use of office machinery. Oral and auditory capacity enabling interpersonal communication as well as communication through automated devices such as the telephone.Come join our team of professionals! Sigma provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Sigma complies with applicable federal, state and local laws, including fair employment practices and equal employment opportunity when conducting recruiting and hiring, governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.Job Type: Full-timeBenefits:* 401(k)* 401(k) matching* Dental insurance* Disability insurance* Employee assistance program* Flexible spending account* Health insurance* Life insurance* Paid time off* Parental leave* Professional development assistance* Tuition reimbursement* Vision insuranceSchedule:* Monday to FridaySupplemental Pay:* Bonus payApplication Question(s):* Do you require visa sponsorship or will you require it in the future?Education:* High school or equivalent (Preferred)Experience:* Accounting/Bookkeeping: 1 year (Preferred)Work Location: Multiple Locations