Cost Accounting Supervisor Trainee

Job Title: Cost Accounting Supervisor Trainee 

Location: Any 

Department: Costing Department 

Reports to: Cost Accounting Manager 

Travel:  Upon Request 

Overview of Company  

Soules Foods is a thriving family-owned food company that has made a positive difference for its customers and consumers for nearly 50 years. Our purpose and promise of Great Food, Made Simple® drives us. Based in Tyler, Texas, the company is a leading national producer of ready-to-eat and ready-to-cook chicken and beef products and is the number one producer of chicken and beef fajitas in the USA. We proudly serve a broad portfolio of great-tasting, high-quality products sold throughout the US via retail, food service distributors, and restaurants. Our wide array of national customers includes prominent organizations such as Walmart, Costco, Sam’s Club, Sysco, and HEB. The company was established in 1975 by John Soules Sr., and the business is now in the second generation of family leadership. The organization has expanded dramatically over the past decade, and with its continued growth, it now has annual sales of approximately $1 billion. The company employs over 2,000 individuals and has three manufacturing facilities in Gainesville, Georgia; Valley, Alabama; and its headquarters in Tyler, Texas.  

Job Summary 

The Cost Accounting Supervisor Trainee is responsible for overseeing and leading the costing accounting coordinators within the department. This role involves managing the coordinators with day-to-day tasks, training (virtual & on-site), communication, and will be the go-to on 2nd shift. This position will not manage the coordinators’ times, including time off requests. 

Education:  

· Working towards a Bachelor’s degree preferred. 

Experience:  

· 0 – 2 years’ experience preferred; previous lead/supervisory experience a plus 

· Proficiency in costing software, ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle), and intermediate Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Outlook, Word). 

· Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to guide, motivate, and support a team. 

· Strong analytical abilities, with experience in cost analysis. 

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact with both internal teams and external stakeholders on 1st and 2nd shift. 

· Ability to think critically and solve complex problems related to costing and pricing. Be willing to ask why and pursue the most appropriate answer. 

Desired Attributes: 

· Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and efficiency. 

· Strong decision-making and project management skills. 

· Strong communicators as they will be the voice of 2nd shift to 1st shift management. 

· Ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage multiple projects. 

· A proactive approach to identifying and addressing cost-saving opportunities. 

Key Responsibilities: 

· Manage and provide leadership to team Cost Accounting Coordinators, ensuring smooth operations and the timely completion of all costing activities. 

· Oversee the preparation and analysis of Cost Accounting reports, i.e., yields, end of shift reports. 

· Coordinate with other departments such as operations, QA, and supply chain as needed. 

· Continuously assess and improve costing methodologies, ensuring compliance with industry best practices, cost-saving initiatives, and process efficiency. 

· Mentor team members, providing training and development opportunities to ensure the team’s growth and skill enhancement. 

Work Environment  

This job is carried out in a professional office setting and involves using standard office equipment like laptops, desk phones, and smartphones. Regular visits to production facilities may also be required. During those visits, the employee is occasionally exposed to cold and/or humid conditions.  The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts.  The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, cold temperatures, and electrical shock and vibration risks.  The noise level in the work environment is moderate.  

Physical Demands  

Employees must be able to stand, walk, or sit; use their hands for tasks; reach with their arms; and communicate verbally. Occasional lifting or moving of objects is necessary, along with close, distance, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

The applicant who fills this position will be eligible for the following: 

 • Incentive Pay: This position is eligible for the Company’s bonus plan, with amounts varying based on program terms. 

• Vacation / Sick days 

• Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits 

• Telemedicine • Onsite Clinic – Tyler and Valley 

• Free annual health screening 

• 401 (k) with company match 

• STD and LTD 

• Life insurance & other voluntary benefits 

• Career Development: We support professional growth through continuous learning and development opportunities. 

Soules Foods is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. 

Applicants with disabilities needing accommodation during the application process can contact Human Resources at the relevant location. 

Soules Foods will not discriminate against applicants who discuss their compensation. We also participate in the E-Verify program where required by law. 

Unsolicited Assistance: Soules Foods does not accept unsolicited support from external recruitment vendors for U.S. positions. Resumes or candidate profiles submitted without a valid written request and search agreement from HR will be considered the property of Soules Foods. No fees will be paid for candidates hired through unsolicited referrals.