Accountant - Decatur, IL

Job Description Accountant – Decatur, IL

GBS Finance Services

This is an exempt level position.

Accountants at ADM have a general understanding of accounting systems and processes and should be considered highly knowledgeable in assigned areas. They have strong ability to prepare and review accounting records, including financial statements and other financial reports, to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to standards defined within the department. They must demonstrate self-confidence in dealing with management at various levels and various administrative, commercial, and operations areas as applicable.

They should demonstrate ability to support projects through to completion. Accountants have no direct supervisory 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
• Engage proactively in the implementation of process change
• Assigned duties that may include performing and reporting the results of plant accounting, completion and results reporting of PLs, preparation of balance sheet reconciliations, and preparation of accruals/deferrals/amortizations

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers
• Advanced knowledge in Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge of Internal Controls
• Financial Analysis and operations
• Knowledge of Governance, Risk and Compliance
• Designing Queries and Reports using Financial Systems

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting

• 2 years accounting experience preferred
• CPA, similar professional certification preferred but not required

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards
• Standard office safety regulations

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ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non‑exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.

When hired, employees will be in an “at‑will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

The pay range for this position is expected to be between:

$48,100.00 – $73,100.00

• Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision and on‑site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
• Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
• Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).

• Paid time off including paid holidays.
• Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
• Tuition assistance.
• Company‑sponsored training and development resources, such as Linked In Learning, language training and mentoring programs.

* Benefits may vary for bargained locations, confirm benefit eligibility with your recruiter.

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