POET Grain Accounting Assistant

POET•Wichita, KS

About The Position

When we show up to work at POET Grain, it’s our job to meet the customer's needs as efficiently as possible. As a POET Grain Accountant , you will get the opportunity to work closely with the grain teams at our bioprocessing facilities as well as some of our grain customers. Your position will play an integral role in ensuring accurate payments are issued to grain customers. The daily processes you are responsible for will be recorded in the general ledger and supporting systems and will be the foundation of our financial statements and reporting out to stakeholders. Sound intimidating? Don’t worry. If you are a problem solver, detail-oriented, a good team player, effective communicator, and are looking for an opportunity to grow alongside a strong, innovative company in an exciting industry, we can provide you all the necessary training and tools to be successful.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
1+ years’ experience in accounting or a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field.
Experience working with Microsoft Office including MS Excel and Outlook.
Experience working with financial statements.
Ability to problem-solve and have an analytical mindset.
Excellent organizational and time management, as well as the ability to embrace change.
Effective written and oral communication.
Attention to detail but also able to see the “big picture.”
For you, anything worth doing is worth doing right, every time.
Desire to learn and understand the “why” behind your responsibilities.

Nice To Haves

High level of personal integrity
Excellent oral and written communication skills and attention to detail
Strong organizational skills and ability to effectively multi-task
Sense of urgency, which drives results
Interpersonal skills – ability to effectively interact with individuals at all levels within/outside the organization
Demonstrated problem solving and critical thinking skills
Desire and ability to embrace and promote change
Innovative mindset
Ability to think objectively
Self-awareness in the face of uncertainty
Ability to work in a team environment
A desire for professional growth

Responsibilities

Collaborate with teams across the POET system to assist in the efficiency of information flow.
Process grain settlements and issue accurate, timely payments to grain customers.
Reconcile general ledger and bank accounts to ensure financial accuracy and completeness.
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements related to transaction processing.
Maintain and update role-specific documentation while identifying opportunities for process improvement.
Since we’re all about teamwork and getting the job done, your skills may be put to a lot of other uses!

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package: Individual and family plans for health, dental, & vision insurance, including a generous employer Health Savings Account contribution
Quarterly Profit-Sharing Bonuses and Bi-Annual Incentive Bonuses
Competitive pay, including shift premium pay for qualifying positions
401K with company match
Paid time off and paid holidays – 40 hours available on day ONE!
Paid Parental Leave
Tuition reimbursement
Attractive Relocation Assistance and Bonus Programs for qualifying positions and/or locations
A multifaceted wellness program encompassing the whole person – mentally, physically, and spiritually
Onsite fitness centers or fitness reimbursements
Safety and cold weather gear reimbursements
Discounted home and auto insurance