Staff Accountant - Forsyth, Mo

Staff Accountant - Forsyth, MO 
This is a full-time, exempt position.
Position Summary:
Staff Accountants at ADM Deerland 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 and financial reports, to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to standards defined within the department. The role of the Staff Accountant is to provide department level support for general ledger, accounts receivable, accounts payable, fixed assets and other accounting functions and ensure department goals and objectives are achieved in alignment with ADM policies and procedures. This role will support the continued operation of the company's manufacturing of the best available dietary supplements in the industry. Staff accountants have no direct supervisory responsibilities.
Responsibilities:

• Complete accounting work per US GAAP guidelines and perform relevant analysis.
• General Ledger:
  • Prepare journal entries related to financial activity and transactions.
  • Provide weekly and monthly analysis and support for operational and financial reporting.
  • Perform weekly and monthly account analysis and balance sheet reconciliations.
  • Actively participate in the monthly financial close process.
• Accounts Receivable & Accounts Payable:
  • Review and prepare customer billing daily. Work with Customer Service to resolve pricing and other billing discrepancies.
  • Cross train with team members on Accounts Receivable and Payables.
  • Perform AP tasks such as recording manual payments and supporting the vendor setup process to ensure segregation of duties.
• ADM Integration - Assist and support reporting and process changes as needed.
• Audit - Provide audit support, responding to auditor requests for data, gathering information, preparing reconciliations and schedules.
• Other:
  • Prepare monthly financial closing reports: AFDA Rollforward, ICargo Inventory reporting, Sales Tax reporting, capital expenditure updates, others as required.
  • Assist and support department initiatives and process improvements.
  • Support &/or participate in special projects and research as needed.
  • Other assigned tasks.

Required Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers.
• Proficiency in Excel and other Microsoft Office Suite programs.
• Knowledge of Internal Controls.
• The ability to adjust to changing work demands and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to take initiative to maintain confidentiality, to meet deadlines and to work in a team environment.
• Dedication to learning and cultivating new skill sets.
• Results driven, strong work ethic.

Education & Experience Requirements: 

• Completion of college or business school accounting classes. 
• An associate degree in business preferred but not required. 
• A bachelor's degree in business would be a plus. 
• Two years accounting experience in multiple areas of accounting preferred - general ledger, accounts receivable, accounts payable. 
• Proficiency in using accounting software. 
• Experience with an ERP accounting system would be a plus. 

Physical Requirements:

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

Before applying for an exempt, non-exempt or hourly job opportunity, you are expected to initiate a discussion and share your intentions with your supervisor.  * If you've been in your current position for more than 18 months, supervisor approval is not required.  * If you've been in your current position for less than 18 months, verbal supervisor approval is required.  

Hiring Manager- Pamela Freeman

Recruiter- Natalie Clark