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Job description
Accountant Position
We are seeking a detail-oriented and driven Accountant to join our Corporate Accounting team, supporting both External Financial Reporting and Benefits Accounting. This role plays a key part in preparing the company's SEC filings and quarterly earnings materials, while also owning benefits-related accounting responsibilities including stock-based compensation and deferred compensation plans, pension plans, group health and self-insurance reserves. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional looking to broaden their exposure to SEC reporting, technical accounting, and cross-functional collaboration within a large corporate environment.
Key Responsibilities
Assist in the preparation of annual and quarterly SEC filings, including Forms 10-K and 10-Q, and support ad hoc filings such as Forms 8-K, S-3, and S-4
Support preparation of quarterly earnings releases and internal executive financial reporting packages
Perform iXBRL research and tagging, ensuring SEC filings are properly coded
Compile and maintain supporting documentation to ensure all external financial reports are accurate, well-documented, tied out, and audit-ready
Prepare required monthly, quarterly, and annual government census/survey filings, coordinating with plant locations to meet reporting deadlines
Benefits & Equity Accounting
Support accounting for benefit plans, including stock-based compensation, deferred compensation, and pension plans
Assist with group health and self-insurance reserve calculations
Controls & Collaboration
Understand and apply SOX 404 requirements; execute and document internal controls related to assigned areas
Partner with internal departments and external contacts — including consultants, actuaries, benefit plan administrators, and auditors — to ensure accurate and timely reporting
Build strong working relationships across the organization while reflecting the company's core values
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
Experience
1+ years of relevant accounting or finance experience required.
Certifications
CPA or active pursuit of CPA license preferred
Skills & Competencies
Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Supervisory – None
Travel - None
Work Shift:
1ST SHIFT (United States of America)
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.
Worksite address
springdale, AR, 72766, US
Who can apply
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