Staff Accountant - Decatur, IL

Job Description

Staff Accountant - Decatur, IL
GBS Finance Services
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:

• Monitoring and reconciling of balance sheet reconciliations
• 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 
• Perform quarterly analysis and reporting 
• Work independently with little supervisor intervention 
• Engage proactively in the design and implementation of process change.   

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 and audit compliance
• Financial Analysis and operations
• Knowledge of Governance, Risk and Compliance
• Designing Queries and Reports using Financial Systems
• Assigned duties may include but are not limited to: long and short-term debt, marketable securities, securitization, investments, derivatives, and hedging

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Experience:

• 2 years of accounting experience, Corporate or Treasury accounting experience preferred 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite 
• Experience with Hyperion Financial Management (HFM) and large ERP systems a plus 

Physical Requirements:

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

Before applying for an exempt, non-exempt or hourly job opportunity, you are expected to initiate a discussion and share your intentions with your supervisor.  * If you’ve been in your current position for more than 18 months, supervisor approval is not required.  * If you’ve been in your current position for less than 18 months, verbal supervisor approval is required.  
​Hiring Manager-  Ariel North ​
Recruiter-  Natalie Clark

 

City

Decatur

State

IL - Illinois

Location Country

United States

About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.

Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.

If hired, employees will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

The pay range for this position is expected to be between:

$48,100.00 - $73,100.00