Grain Accountant

The Arthur Companies Inc•Minneapolis, MN

22d•Onsite

About The Position

The Grain Accountant is responsible for accurately recording, reconciling, and reporting all grain-related financial activity for the Arthur Companies. This role plays a key part in ensuring financial integrity, supporting operational teams, and maintaining compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate has at least two years of accounting experience-preferably within the grain or agriculture industry-and thrives in a fast-paced, detail-driven environment.

Requirements

Minimum 3+ years of accounting experience in the grain industry
Strong understanding of accounting principles and reconciliation processes
Proficiency in Excel and ability to learn industry-specific systems
High attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and the ability to meet deadlines

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
Knowledge of grain settlement processes, hedge accounting, or commodity inventory systems

Responsibilities

Maintain accurate daily, weekly, and monthly grain inventory records.
Reconcile grain position reports, scale tickets, contracts, settlements, and freight bills.
Ensure grain transactions are processed timely and accurately, including purchases, sales, transfers, and shrink.
Review and verify commodity settlements and payments to producers.
Collaborate with location managers to ensure inventory accuracy, resolve discrepancies, and support operational reporting.
Assist in month-end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations.
Prepare grain margin reports and provide variance explanations.
Ensure compliance with company policies, GAAP, and industry regulations.
Support internal and external audits by providing required documentation and explanations.
Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve system accuracy.
Provide operational support to grain merchandising and elevator staff regarding contracts, inventory, and settlements.
Support implementation and optimization of accounting and grain management systems.
Other duties as assigned.