Senior Administrator Accounting - Chicago, IL

Job Details:

SUMMARY:

Tyson Foods is seeking a Senior Accounting Administrator to support financial reporting and manufacturing accounting activities. This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Compile financial, production, and statistical data while meeting reporting deadlines.
- Prepare weekly scorecards and support production and financial reporting.
- Assist with product costing, daily production posting, and line efficiency analysis.
- Support physical inventory and self-audit processes.
- Review data for accuracy and help resolve discrepancies.
- Cross-train in additional accounting functions as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.

SCHEDULE:

Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m., with some flexibility in start time. Work hours may vary based on accounting deadlines and workload.

REQUIREMENTS:

Education: High School diploma or equivalent.

Experience: 5+ years’ experience; Accounting experience preferred.

Computer Skills: Requires intermediate computer skills which should include the full suite of Microsoft Office products. Experience with SAP and a computer-based inventory warehouse management system a plus.
All professional team members are expected to demonstrate responsible use of approved AI tools, including safeguarding sensitive information, adhering to company policies, and validating AI-generated outputs. Individual Contributors should demonstrate the ability to integrate AI into daily work, improve efficiency through AI-enabled solutions, evaluate outputs critically, and apply professional judgment when using AI. People Leaders should demonstrate the ability to drive responsible AI adoption, enable effective use of approved solutions, identify opportunities to improve team performance through AI, and ensure accountability for the quality and accuracy of AI-supported outcomes.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:
No

Work Shift:

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

Pay Range/Rate:

Incentives:

Annual Incentive Plan:
No
Long-Term Incentive Plan:
No

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Any listed amounts represent the base pay range. Additional compensation may be available for this position based on various factors such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonuses. Pay is just one part of Tyson’s total compensation package.

Tyson will develop an offer based on a candidate's or team member’s relevant skills and capabilities, the market data for the role described in this requisition, internal equity, and other information relevant to the candidate and role.

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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.

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