Distributor Accounting Clerk I

Location:

Bradenton, FL, US Sarasota, FL, US

Date: Nov 18, 2024

FRESH. FORWARD. FLOWERS.

Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE:FLO) is not just about baking; it's about crafting moments of joy with every delicious bite. With 2023 sales of $5.1 billion, and as one of the leading producers of packaged bakery goods in the United States, Flowers Foods brings passion to the table. From the wholesome goodness of Nature's Own and Wonder to the bold and artisanal flavors of Dave's Killer Bread, the rustic goodness of Canyon Bakehouse, and the sweet delights of Tastykake, each product is a celebration of taste and quality. Beyond the oven, Flowers Foods fosters a culture that values and reflects Honesty & Integrity, Respect & Inclusion, Sustainability, Passion, and Humility. With a commitment to innovation and a recipe for success, Flowers Foods is more than a bakery – it's a delightful journey into the heart of flavor and community.

Full-time employees are offered the following benefits:

Comprehensive health and medical benefits
401(k) Retirement savings plan
Professional growth and leadership training
Paid vacation, holidays, and parental leave

Benefits may vary depending on your work location and your participation in a collective bargaining unit.

Bringing Home the Dough

Position responsibilities include keeping records updated, preparing reports and reconciling distributor statements. Position also runs accounting software programs (e.g. SAP) to process business transactions, like distributor activity, statements, reconciliation/payment proposals, hand-held computer generated paperwork, and transaction approvals. Ultimately, a successful Distributor Accounting Clerk ensures that the company’s daily distributor accounting functions run accurately and effectively. Additional office duties may be assigned, as needed.

Rising to the Challenge: Position Responsibilities

Processes/Posts weekly distributor territory accounting data (such as expenses and payments, including but not limited to uniforms, health insurance, truck leases, keying manual adjustments etc.).
Processes/Posts weekly open and company territory accounting data (reconciliation and expenses).
Processes applicable statements.
Reviews distributor reconciliation/payment proposal reports for approval.
Researches, tracks, and restores distributor accounting or documentation problems and discrepancies.
Investigates data as needed. Reconciles external data (Handheld) to company data for accuracy.
Assists in answering telephones, greeting guest, and other receptionist duties as assigned.
Performs general offices duties such as reports, schedules, filing, etc. as needed.
Maintains cleanliness or work area.
Practices and complies with all company policies and procedures including safety and work rules, etc.
Performs other duties which are deemed by management to be an integral part of the job, including but not limited to fulfillment of work schedules, adherence to attendance policies, and other applicable operating rules, policies and procedures.
Ability to retrieve and replace work related material (files, documents, etc.) from storage area
Ability to meet FDA and CDC guidelines on public safety for work in a food manufacturing environment
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word
Familiarity with all accounting procedures and a flair for and accuracy with numbers
Strong attention to detail

Knead to Know: Preferred Qualifications

Minimum of 18 months or more of accounting or related experience.

Additional Ingredients: Essential Job Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalency required. Associates Degree in Accounting a plus.

We offer a competitive salary and an excellent total rewards package. Please reply by 12/1/2024. Interested job seekers who successfully complete the series of pre-screening questions and who appear to possess the basic qualifications for this position may be contacted for a telephone interview.

EEO Statement

Flowers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Flowers encourages all qualified candidates to apply, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or people of any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. The job description above outlines the general nature and level of work expected from employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this position. Equivalent combination of education, experience, and skills may supplement above minimum job requirements.

If you need assistance with submitting your resume due to a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to Diane Marie Roberts at Diane.Roberts@flocorp.com or .