Accounting Analyst - Decatur, IL or Erlanger, KY


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Job Title: Accounting Analyst - Decatur, IL or Erlanger, KY
Location: Decatur, IL, Midwest United States, USA

Company: Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM)
Industry Sector: Agribusiness
Industry Type: Input Retail, Cooperative and Related Crop Services
Career Type: Accounting/Finance/Asset Management
Job Type: Full Time

Job Description: Job Description

Accounting Analyst - Global Business Services

Carbohydrate Solutions Business Unit

Location: Decatur, IL or Erlanger, KY

This is an exempt level position.

Position Summary

Accounting Analysts at ADM demonstrate the ability to think and work independently while identifying opportunities to improve processes and financial reporting. This role requires a strong understanding of accounting systems and processes, along with the ability to manage projects of increasing complexity.

Analysts work closely with management and cross-functional teams across administrative, commercial, and operations areas. They are expected to take ownership of assigned responsibilities, drive continuous improvement, and support accurate financial reporting across the business. Analysts operate with minimal supervision and are responsible for seeing projects and initiatives through to completion.

This position does not have direct supervisory responsibilities.

Responsibilities
  • Complete monthly accounting activities in accordance with US GAAP and perform relevant financial analysis
  • Monitor and reconcile inventory movement, balance sheet accounts, and ensure timely completion of reconciliations
  • Conduct annual review and updates of Key Financial Controls (SOX) and related process flows, identifying opportunities to improve control effectiveness and efficiency
  • Prepare and analyze financial statements and supporting schedules
  • Perform monthly and quarterly financial analysis and reporting
  • Work independently with minimal supervisory oversight
  • Proactively participate in the design and implementation of process improvements
  • Assist with special projects within Corporate Accounting and across cross-functional teams
Required Skills
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Experience designing queries and reports within financial systems
  • Knowledge of internal controls, governance, and compliance principles
  • Strong financial analysis capabilities and understanding of operational impacts
Education Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance
Experience
  • 3+ years of accounting or finance experience
  • Experience with Hyperion Financial Management (HFM), IBM, Blackline, and large ERP systems is a plus
Physical Requirements
  • Ability to perform essential job functions consistent with productivity and quality standards
  • Standard office safety requirements apply
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.

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Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM's efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments - environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.

We welcome everyone to apply. We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, language, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law

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Job Post Date: 03/12/26
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Country: USA

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