Accounting Analyst - Decatur, IL

Accounting Analyst - Decatur, IL
This is a full-time, exempt position.

Overview of Scope:
Analysts at ADM have proven ability to think and work independently. They possess the ability to identify problems or opportunities for improvement and regularly propose solutions to problems. Analysts are expected to independently manage projects of increasing complexity and have a strong understanding of accounting systems and processes. They must demonstrate a high level of self-confidence in dealing with management at various levels and various administrative, commercial, and operations areas, as applicable. They should be considered an expert in assigned areas and have demonstrated ability to see projects through to completion. Analysts have no direct supervisory responsibilities but do serve as a coach and mentor for those in the Accountant and Clerk roles.

Overview of Key Responsibilities:

• 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
• Complete duties that may include performing and reporting the results of plant accounting for more complex and material locations and PLs. 
• Assigned responsibilities that require advanced analytic skills and increased partnering with internal customers. 

Level of Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Work Experience and Skills Required:

• 3 years of accounting experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with Hyperion Financial Management (HFM) and large ERP systems a plus

Collaboration & Teamwork:

• Models respectful collaborative relationships that cross departmental boundaries and organizational levels
• Encourages peers to develop relationships throughout the organization and not just within their own functional areas
• Diffuses conflict among disputing groups and helps build bridges

Communication / Effective Conversations & Feedback:

• Tailors message to multiple audiences and uses different media to ensure that everyone receives and understands important communications
• Proactively updates groups across the organization on progress and breaking news
• Demonstrates an open, curious approach to getting the facts

Accountability & Resourcefulness:

• Takes full responsibility for overall execution and delivery of critical tasks or projects
• Ensures that management is not surprised by undesirable or unexpected outcomes
• Plans and monitors work activities, milestones, accountabilities, and priorities to ensure objectives are met

Authenticity:

• Admits mistakes and uses them as learning experiences for everyone’s benefit
• Helps peers remain objective and clear-minded under stress
• Swiftly and decisively acts on reports of unethical behavior by seeking the appropriate counsel (HR, legal, compliance, audit, etc.)

Innovation for Our Customer:

• Challenges the way things are done in the spirit of discovering new or better approaches
• Encourages others to do things differently, push the boundaries, and experiment outside comfort zones
• Regularly develops and presents new approaches to existing methods and processes

Leading Change:

• Actively supports needed change within and beyond the department
• Initiates and executes ideas that change and improve how business is accomplished
• Raises awareness of important issues and creates a sense of urgency in others for enacting needed changes as quickly as possible

Diversity, Inclusion & Open Mindedness:

• Works effectively with people from all backgrounds and experiences
• Shows respect for and understanding of diverse points of view and demonstrates this understanding in daily work and decision-making
• Examines own biases and behaviors to avoid stereotypical responses and decisions

Business Savvy with Company-wide Perspective:

• Seeks cross-departmental experience to bolster knowledge of the entire business
• Understands the business climate, culture, and values of those countries involved in the work and coaches peers when needed

Strategic & Forward-Thinking:

• Periodically re-evaluates priorities to ensure that the most important matters are getting the right attention
• Engages and seeks input from colleagues whose functions will be involved or affected by decisions

Excellence Orientation:

• Demonstrates endurance and the ability to support peers through major obstacles
• Sets stretch goals and displays the confidence and planning needed to reach them
• Exemplifies excellence by setting high standards to perform the work

Customer Service Orientation:

• Establishes rapport with customers and looks for ways to increase their satisfaction and uncover underlying needs that often go unsaid
• Builds relationships with the customers that create shared success and support the team’s priorities
• Coaches other peers on how to build relationships with the customers to support shared success between the customers and the team

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. 

REF: 96500BR