Member Payment Specialist at Dean Foods in East Syracuse, New York

Job Description:

Job Title



Member Payment SpecialistLocation



East Syracuse, New YorkDescription



Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for entry and maintenance of pricing and deductions for multiple payroll divisions


• Adhere to strict federal deadlines


• Process highly sensitive financial information for over 2,300 Farmer Owners


• Responsible for processing of organic certificates, monthly condition types and assignment changes for all company codes


• Process 10-day, mid-month advance and final payrolls for multiple milk handlers including organics and independents


• Process specialty payrolls including deferments, adjustments, special advances, voluntary disposals, Caring Dairy, Maine tier and any other government issued programs


• Process special advance interest


• Support/answer Farmer Owners inquiries via phone and email


• Implement changes to premiums as instructed by management & membership


• Collaborate with membership and farm services to compile and write up information for special advance payments


• Collaborate with other departments and business units on projects and member services


• Assist field staff with payroll/producer information


• Review 1099’s and annual statements for producers’ tax purposes


• Other duties as assigned

Requirements



An Equal Opportunity Employer


Education and Experience

• Associates degree or 3 to 5 years of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to manage workload, completing tasks with multiple deadlines


• Strong analytical and problem solving skills


• Strong computer application skills, including proficiency in SAP, Microsoft Excel and Power BI reports


• Strong verbal and written communication skills, for internal and external audiences


• Able to develop and maintain positive relationships with regulators, customers, and farmer-owners


• Able to work with accuracy and attention to detail


• Able to work in collaboration effectively and foster good teamwork between departments


• Able to handle challenging or conflict situations with tact and professionalism


• Must be able to read, write and speak English

Pay Range



$17.00 - $27.00 Apply Now