Accounting Clerk Sr.

Accounting Clerk Senior

Golden State Foods – Opelika, AL 
Full-time | Food Manufacturing | Accounting | 1st Shift Mon-Fri 8am- 5pm

$19.50 per/hr. Eligible for perfect attendance

ABOUT GOLDEN STATE FOODS 

Golden State Foods (GSF) is a leading food manufacturing company with over 70 years of experience producing high-quality beef patties and protein products for top quick service restaurant (QSR) brands. Our USDA-inspected facility in Opelika, AL delivers billions of hamburger patties annually, backed by strict food safety standards and award-winning quality. GSF is committed to innovation, sustainability, and creating safe, reliable careers in food production.   

ABOUT THE ROLE 

The Senior Accounting Clerk supports daily accounting operations by processing and recording transactions, monitoring accounts, and preparing routine financial reports. This role works under direct supervision and contributes across multiple accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and related activities. Accuracy, timeliness, and customer service are critical to success in this position. 

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING 

• Process, verify, and enter data for accounting functions such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, employee expenses, inventory, logistics, or petty cash 

• Ensure accuracy, data integrity, and timely completion of all assigned work 

• Monitor assigned accounts, maintain records and logs, and prepare routine accounting reports 

• Communicate with internal and external customers regarding account status and resolve routine inquiries 

• Establish and maintain organized files and documentation for accounting activities 

• Provide general clerical and administrative support as needed 

• Adhere to all safety, health, and environmental standards 

• Perform other related duties as assigned 

WHAT YOU’LL NEED  

Education 

• High school diploma or equivalent 

• Coursework in accounting or related subjects providing basic knowledge of accounting functions 

Experience 

• Minimum of 2 years of related accounting or bookkeeping experience 

LANGUAGE SKILLS: 

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. 

• Ability to write simple correspondence. 

• Ability to use effective problem-solving skills. 

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: 

• Ability to use mathematical functions including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, in accordance with production paperwork. 

• Ability to perform these operations using units of weight measurement, volume, and distance. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 

• Working knowledge of one or more accounting functions (accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, general ledger, or basic bookkeeping) 

• Understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) 

• Proficiency with PC-based word processing and spreadsheet applications 

• Experience using accounting, payroll, or inventory systems 

• Ability to use standard office equipment (PCs, copiers, scanners, etc.) 

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy 

• Ability to identify issues or irregularities and escalate appropriately 

• Effective written and verbal communication skills 

• Strong customer service mindset and ability to work well with internal and external partners 

• Ability to manage routine assignments and meet deadlines 

• Commitment to acting in accordance with Golden State Foods’ Values and Creed 

Work Environment & Performance Expectations 

• Focus on productivity, quality, and timeliness 

• Strong organization and attention to detail 

• Collaboration across departments and within the accounting team 

• Consistent delivery of high-quality internal and external customer service 

PHYSICAL AND VISUAL ACTIVITIES: 

• Ability to perform a variety of tasks in the meat department. 

• Ability to visually differentiate items of color, up close and in the distance 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

• Ability to wear personal protective equipment and/or clothing. 

• Stand/walk 7 or more hours per day. 

• Constantly use eye/hand or eye/hand/foot coordination to perform tasks. 

• Constantly twist/turn, talk/hear, and taste/smell. 

• Frequently squat, bend, reach, handle/finger, grip/grasp and use fine motor tasks. 

• Frequently lift up to 25 lbs. from floor to overhead and carry 30-50 feet. 

• Occasionally climb. 

• Occasionally lift up to 60 lbs. from floor to shoulder level and carry 30 feet. 

• Push 60 lbs. block of frozen meat 1-5 feet. 

• Pull empty containers 30 feet. 

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and color vision. 

ENVIRONMENTAL/ATMOSPHERIC CONDITIONS: 

• Constantly work in damp, wet, humid and slippery environments. 

• Constantly work near moving machinery with fumes or airborne debris. 

• Constantly work with toxic or caustic chemicals. 

• Constantly work in extreme heat/cold (35-40 degrees). 

• Constantly work in high noise levels requiring hearing protection. 

• Occasionally work in high places and working on equipment causing whole-body vibration. 

• Occasionally work in spiral freezers (-35 - -20 degrees) for dry pickup and/or product jams. 

MACHINES/TOOLS/EQUIPMENT/SOFTWARE: 

• Bump cap, hair net, steel toe shoes, hearing protection, and smock. 

• Rubber and cotton gloves. 

• Machines and conveyors. 

• Bar coding equipment. 

WHAT YOU’LL GET 

• People First: At GSF, we're not just a company; we're a dynamic community where your talents are celebrated, and your ambitions are nurtured.   

• Values Driven: Our core values drive everything we do, creating a culture of innovation, integrity, and excellence. But we're not content with just being great; we strive for greatness in every aspect of our work.  

• People Development: At GSF we strive to continually develop our people to prepare us all for the needs of tomorrow.  

• Philanthropy & Sustainability: We're committed to making a difference beyond our walls through philanthropy and sustainability efforts across all our locations around the globe.   

• Extensive Benefits: GSF believes in a holistic approach to wellness, focusing on the whole person with benefits that support those needs.  

Apply now to be part of a team that delivers quality products and build a career with purpose at Golden State Foods.  

Equal Opportunity Employer:   

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. GSF values diverse perspectives and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where every person can thrive - respected, supported, and empowered. We believe diversity, in every form, strengthens our team and our communities.