Job Information
Dairy Farmers of America Member Payment Specialist in East Syracuse, New York
Position : Member Payment Specialist
Location : East Syracuse, New York
Requisition ID: : 25958
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
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