Staff Accountant - Decatur, IL

Archer Daniels Midland•Decatur, IL

18h

About The Position

The Staff Accountant is an exempt-level position within ADM’s GBS Finance Services team in Decatur, Illinois. Accountants are expected to understand accounting systems and processes and be highly knowledgeable in their assigned areas. They prepare and review accounting records, financial statements, and other reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and compliance with departmental standards. The role involves working confidently with management and administrative, commercial, and operations teams, and supporting projects through completion. There are no direct supervisory responsibilities. The position supports monthly accounting in accordance with US GAAP, internal controls and process-flow reviews, financial analysis, reporting, and implementation of process changes. Assigned duties may include plant accounting, profit-and-loss reporting, balance-sheet reconciliations, and accrual, deferral, and amortization preparation. A bachelor’s degree in accounting is required; two years of accounting experience and a CPA or similar certification are preferred but not required. ADM requires successful completion of a background check.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
Knowledge of internal controls.
Knowledge of financial analysis and operations.
Knowledge of governance, risk, and compliance.
Ability to design queries and reports using financial systems.
Ability to safely and successfully perform essential job functions consistent with qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
Compliance with standard office safety regulations.

Nice To Haves

Two years of accounting experience preferred.
CPA or similar professional certification preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Complete monthly accounting work in accordance with US GAAP and perform relevant analysis.
Complete the annual review and revision of Key Financial Controls (SOX requirements) and process flows, and work to improve internal-control effectiveness and efficiency.
Work with relevant business partners to provide insight and analysis into financial results.
Prepare and analyze financial statements and/or supporting schedules.
Proactively participate in the implementation of process changes.
Perform assigned duties that may include plant accounting, completion and reporting of profit-and-loss results, balance-sheet reconciliations, and preparation of accruals, deferrals, and amortizations.

Benefits

Medical and prescription coverage, dental insurance, and vision insurance.
Access to an on-site wellness center or gym reimbursement, as applicable.
Flexible spending accounts and a health savings account.
401(k) with matching contributions and a cash balance plan.
Discounted employee stock purchasing program.
Life insurance and disability coverage.
Workers’ compensation.
Legal assistance and identity theft protection.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), and Colleague Giving Programs.
Paid time off, including paid holidays.
Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
Tuition assistance.
Company-sponsored training and development resources, including LinkedIn Learning, language training, and mentoring programs. Benefits may vary for bargained locations.