Accounting Analyst - Decatur, IL Or Erlanger, KY

Job Description

Accounting Analyst - Global Business Services

Carbohydrate Solutions Business Unit

Location: Decatur, IL or Erlanger, KY

This is an exempt level position.

Position Summary

Accounting Analysts at ADM demonstrate the ability to think and work independently while identifying opportunities to improve processes and financial reporting. This role requires a strong understanding of accounting systems and processes, along with the ability to manage projects of increasing complexity.

Analysts work closely with management and cross-functional teams across administrative, commercial, and operations areas. They are expected to take ownership of assigned responsibilities, drive continuous improvement, and support accurate financial reporting across the business. Analysts operate with minimal supervision and are responsible for seeing projects and initiatives through to completion.

This position does not have direct supervisory responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Complete monthly accounting activities in accordance with US GAAP and perform relevant financial analysis
• Monitor and reconcile inventory movement, balance sheet accounts, and ensure timely completion of reconciliations
• Conduct annual review and updates of Key Financial Controls (SOX) and related process flows, identifying opportunities to improve control effectiveness and efficiency
• Prepare and analyze financial statements and supporting schedules
• Perform monthly and quarterly financial analysis and reporting
• Work independently with minimal supervisory oversight
• Proactively participate in the design and implementation of process improvements
• Assist with special projects within Corporate Accounting and across cross-functional teams

Required Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience designing queries and reports within financial systems
• Knowledge of internal controls, governance, and compliance principles
• Strong financial analysis capabilities and understanding of operational impacts

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance

Experience

• 3+ years of accounting or finance experience
• Experience with Hyperion Financial Management (HFM), IBM, Blackline, and large ERP systems is a plus

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform essential job functions consistent with productivity and quality standards
• Standard office safety requirements apply

Excited about this role but don't think you meet every requirement listed? We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

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