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[Apply on Tyson Foods’s careers site →](https://tysonfoods.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/TSN/job/Waverly-Office---Waverly-Nebraska/Smart-Chicken-Accountant-Waverly--NE_R0494845) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Tyson Foods](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/tyson-foods/) / Smart Chicken Accountant-Waverly, NE ## Job description ### Job Details This position is responsible for managing key accounting functions, including accounts receivable, collections, accounts payable oversight, banking activities, financial reporting, and account reconciliations. The Accountant plays an important role in maintaining the accuracy and integrity of financial records, strengthening internal controls, supporting cash flow objectives, and ensuring compliance internally and with Tyson Foods corporate requirements. This role works closely with customers, vendors, Sales, Marketing, internal leadership, and Tyson corporate departments to resolve financial issues, improve processes, and provide timely, accurate financial information. The position also provides day-to-day oversight and guidance to the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable Clerk. The ideal candidate demonstrates sound accounting knowledge, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to independently manage multiple priorities in a dynamic manufacturing environment. ### Essential Duties and Responsibilities Oversee accounts receivable activities, including customer billing, collections, account reconciliations, dispute resolution, and monitoring past-due balances. Prepare accounts receivable aging reports, evaluate allowances for doubtful accounts, and coordinate collection efforts with Sales, Legal, and leadership. Supervise and support Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable personnel to ensure accurate and timely transaction processing. Manage vendor reconciliations, payment inquiries, expense reporting, and customer/vendor account maintenance. Oversee daily banking activities, deposits, employee expense reimbursements, and other cash management functions. Prepare financial reports, KPI dashboards, and account reconciliations to support accurate and timely financial reporting. Monitor customer and broker accruals, investigate discrepancies, and ensure proper expense classification and accounting period recognition. Maintain compliance with company accounting policies, internal controls, and corporate reporting requirements while identifying opportunities for process improvement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support month-end close, financial reporting, audits, and other accounting activities as assigned. ### Qualifications Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (such as a BSBA), or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience, required. ### Experience Six months or more of relevant work experience preferred. Experience in a manufacturing environment, including accounts receivable, collections, reconciliations, and financial reporting, preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, with experience using ERP systems and financial reporting tools. Strong knowledge of accounting principles, accruals, internal controls, and financial reporting practices. Excellent analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills with strong attention to detail. Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain confidentiality. Previous experience providing supervision, guidance, or oversight to accounting or clerical personnel preferred. Supervisory Responsibilities Provide day-to-day oversight of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable personnel, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with established procedures. Work Environment and Travel Primarily office-based with minimal travel required. 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) 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. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Nov 4, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Nov 7, 2026 - Last checked: Nov 7, 2026 - Listed for: 3 days - Location: Waverly Office - Waverly, Nebraska - Employment type: Full-time[Apply on Tyson Foods’s careers site →](https://tysonfoods.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/TSN/job/Waverly-Office---Waverly-Nebraska/Smart-Chicken-Accountant-Waverly--NE_R0494845) ## Hiring at Tyson Foods - Open jobs: 1,259 - New in the last 7 days: After two weekly collections - Tracked since: Jul 10, 2026 [All Tyson Foods jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/tyson-foods/) · [Weekly hiring report](/reports/hiring/) ## More jobs at Tyson Foods ### [Development Engineer II (Python, SQL, Ignition,.NET)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/tyson-foods/jobs/5b05d711965e4ec69575/) Waverly Office - Waverly, Nebraska ### [Accountant](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/tyson-foods/jobs/f6954ab3bea33b025d03/) Corporate - Springdale, Arkansas ### [Accountant](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/tyson-foods/jobs/ae0cf5550ebce25d9138/) New London Plant - New London, Wisconsin ### [Accountant (CRMa)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/tyson-foods/jobs/a8422f09356bff637427/) Corporate - Springdale, Arkansas ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Shift Lead - UCI - BB.Q Chicken - BB.Q Chicken](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/aramark/jobs/55fa89ba7f1320c88135/) Aramark · Irvine, CA, US ### [SALES ASSOCIATE in WAVERLY IL S14757](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/dollar-general/jobs/561ed0918d6a7be5e3bf/) Dollar General · Waverly, IL, United States ### [Part Time (30 hours) Associate Banker, Madison Waverly Branch, Madison, NJ](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/jpmorganchase/jobs/363e739f2d4254ab30c5/) JPMorganChase · Madison, NJ, United States ### [Private Client Banker - Madison Waverly Branch - New Jersey Morris County Market.](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/jpmorganchase/jobs/30fd59e93fd879fab921/) JPMorganChase · Madison, NJ, United States ### [Smart Hands Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/ntt/jobs/aef67cd5b3fe5fef3d56/) NTT · Remote, Colorado, United States of America OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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