Accountant, Retail, Seed Accounting

What You'll Do:

• Exercises independent judgment when completing complex month-end close activities, ensuring the completeness, accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting across multiple entities and currencies
• Proactively identifies process inefficiencies, control gaps, and opportunities for improvement, and recommends solutions utilizing subject matter expertise
• Investigates account variances and develops well-supported conclusions and corrective actions
• Prioritizes workload and manages responsibilities with minimal supervision
• Apply critical thinking and accounting guidance to recommend appropriate treatment for non-routine transactions
• Partner with Finance, Accounting, Operations and Business Leadership teams to identify and resolve accounting and financial reporting issues while driving operational and financial excellence
• Own and prepare financial reporting, including analysis and commentary, for cross department and management use
• Lead and support process improvement initiatives, ERP enhancements, automation efforts, and cross-functional business projects
• Serve as a key resource for retail branch personnel by leading support for seed programs, costing resolution, Supplier seed EDI validations, system guidance, and operational initiatives
• Mentor less experienced team members and act as an experienced resource within the accounting organization
• Support internal and external audits and assist with technical accounting assessments and implementation of accounting guidance
• Collaborate on special projects and other initiatives assigned by leader
• Limited travel is possible for attendance at Regional/Divisional Meetings, visits to Branches, and attendance at training opportunities

What You'll Bring:

• Undergraduate degree in Accounting, Finance or Business-related field
• 3+ years of practical experience
• Proficient in applying accounting principles and financial reporting best practices
• Demonstrated expertise in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
• Versed in SAP or similar ERP/accounting software
• Advanced analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet competing deadlines
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to build effective working relationships and collaborate across departments
• Demonstrates sound judgment, integrity, and strong business ethics
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently with appropriate guidance and as part of a team
• Experience using Power Query, Power BI, or Power Automation for data transformation, is a strong asset

What You'll Get:

• Purpose-Driven Work – Make an impact as part of a global team feeding the future and support farmers locally and around the world
• Excellent Benefits – Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, plus a retirement program with generous employer matching for your future
• Grow Your Career – Tuition assistance for future education and ongoing learning and training opportunities for career advancement pathways across the organization
• Support When it Matters – Employee Assistance Programs, inclusive leaves, and paid time for holidays, volunteering, vacation, and wellness
• Thrive in a Strong Culture – Guided by our core values we put safety first, act with integrity, are stronger together, and deliver with excellence in a collaborative, high-performing environment