Accounting Associate

Zoltenko Farms is a family-owned commercial boar stud, livestock, farming, and transportation operation based in Jewell County, Kansas. Established in 1903, the company transitioned from a traditional crop and livestock operation to specializing in boar housing in 1998. Recognizing the need for high-quality semen from genetically superior animals, ZFI developed its own delivery system, emphasizing personal delivery to customers. With a focus on control from boar to customer, the company has grown to house over 1100 working boars across two sites, producing around 25,000 doses of semen weekly. ZFI's state-of-the-art production facilities ensure quality, and their delivery vehicles cover ten routes, serving sow farms in eight states. The company's commitment to respect, appreciation, and dedication to their livelihood is encapsulated in their slogan, "We Deliver The Male."

JOB DETAILS

We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Accounting Associate to support the Controller in maintaining accurate, timely, and well-organized financial records across multiple related operating companies. This role is responsible for executing core accounting functions—transactional accuracy, reconciliations, reporting support, and financial close activities. This is a hands-on position designed for someone who wants to master accounting fundamentals while gaining exposure to multi-entity operations, intercompany accounting, and operational finance. The role offers a strong growth path toward Senior Accountant and Controller-track leadership opportunities.

Essential Job Responsibilities

Proper job functions of this position are as follows, but not limited to:

General Accounting & Reconciliations

• Maintain and update the general ledger, ensuring accurate and timely recording of financial transactions


• Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, deferrals, depreciation, and adjustments


• Ensure proper account coding and expense classification


• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, loans, sub-ledgers, and balance sheet accounts


• Maintain intercompany reconciliations and due-to / due-from schedules


• Investigate and resolve discrepancies as needed

Financial Close & Reporting

• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes


• Prepare supporting schedules and documentation for financial statements


• Perform variance analysis and flux explanations


• Support consolidated financial reporting across multiple entities

AP / AR & Cash Activity

• Process vendor bills and review for accuracy and duplication


• Assist with invoicing, cash application, and AR aging


• Support collections and resolve customer discrepancies


• Monitor AP/AR workflows to ensure proper coding and approvals

Multi-Entity & Intercompany Accounting

• Record and reconcile intercompany transactions


• Assist with eliminations and consolidated reporting


• Ensure consistent accounting treatment across entities


• Support operational reporting by entity, department, or project

Payroll, Benefits & Fixed Assets

• Assist with payroll journal entries and benefit allocations


• Support benefits accounting, including insurance billing, deductions, and reconciliations


• Coordinate with HR and benefit providers to resolve billing or enrollment discrepancies


• Review employee expense reports and reimbursements


• Maintain fixed asset schedules and track capital expenditures


• Record depreciation and asset activity


• Support payroll and benefits audits as needed

Compliance, Audit & Analysis

• Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements


• Prepare documentation for audits, tax filings, and lenders


• Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies


• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis


• Support operational leaders with financial inquiries

Process Improvement

• Document accounting processes and procedures


• Identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements


• Support implementation of internal controls and best practices

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Or

• 1 year of accounting or bookkeeping experience


• Strong understanding of debits, credits, and general ledger accounting


• High attention to detail and accuracy


• Ability to manage multiple entities and priorities


• Strong organizational and time-management skills


• Integrity and discretion with confidential information

Preferred

• 2–5 years of accounting experience


• Experience with QuickBooks Desktop or similar ERP systems


• Exposure to multi-entity or intercompany accounting


• Experience in agriculture, manufacturing, transportation, or asset-heavy industries

Compensation and benefits

• Salary $55,000-$65,000/yr


• Health Insurance


• Supplemental Insurance


• PTO


• 401k with company match


• Relocation assistance available