Staff Accountant - Decatur, IL

ADM; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

ADM is seeking an Accountant to support the US GAAP close, financial statement preparation, and internal control processes. The role requires collaboration with operations and various business partners to interpret results and ensure accuracy.

A Bachelor’s degree in accounting and at least 2 years of accounting experience are preferred; CPA or related certification is a plus but not mandatory.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting required.
• 2 years accounting experience preferred.
• CPA or similar professional certification preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Complete monthly accounting work per US GAAP guidelines and perform relevant analysis
• Complete annual review/revision of Key Financial Controls (SOX requirements) and process flows and work to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of internal controls
• Work with relevant business partners to provide insight and analysis into financial results
• Prepare and analyze financial statements and/or supporting schedules
• Engage proactively in the implementation of process change
• Assigned duties that may include performing and reporting the results of plant accounting, completion and results reporting of PLs, preparation of balance sheet reconciliations, and preparation of accruals/deferrals/amortizations

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Internal Controls

Financial analysis

GRC knowledge

Query design using financial systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Position Summary

Accountants at ADM have a general understanding of accounting systems and processes and should be considered highly knowledgeable in assigned areas. They have strong ability to prepare and review accounting records, including financial statements and other financial reports, to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to standards defined within the department. They must demonstrate self-confidence in dealing with management at various levels and various administrative, commercial, and operations areas as applicable. They should demonstrate ability to support projects through to completion. Accountants have no direct supervisory responsibilities.

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This is an exempt level position.

Position Summary

Accountants at ADM have a general understanding of accounting systems and processes and should be considered highly knowledgeable in assigned areas. They have strong ability to prepare and review accounting records, including financial statements and other financial reports, to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to standards defined within the department. They must demonstrate self-confidence in dealing with management at various levels and various administrative, commercial, and operations areas as applicable. They should demonstrate ability to support projects through to completion. Accountants have no direct supervisory responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Complete monthly accounting work per US GAAP guidelines and perform relevant analysis
• Complete annual review/revision of Key Financial Controls (SOX requirements) and process flows and work to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of internal controls
• Work with relevant business partners to provide insight and analysis into financial results
• Prepare and analyze financial statements and/or supporting schedules
• Engage proactively in the implementation of process change
• Assigned duties that may include performing and reporting the results of plant accounting, completion and results reporting of PLs, preparation of balance sheet reconciliations, and preparation of accruals/deferrals/amortizations

Required Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers
• Advanced knowledge in Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge of Internal Controls
• Financial Analysis and operations
• Knowledge of Governance, Risk and Compliance
• Designing Queries and Reports using Financial Systems

Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Experience

• 2 years accounting experience preferred
• CPA, similar professional certification preferred but not required

Physical Requirements

• Ability to safely and successful perform the essential job functions consistent with qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards
• Standard office safety regulations

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.