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Job Title: Accountant - Decatur, IL
Company Name: Archer Daniels Midland
Location: Decatur, IL United States
Position Type: Full Time
Post Date: 01/19/2026
Expire Date: 02/18/2026
Job Categories: Accounting/Auditing, Finance/Economics, Financial Services, Other / General
Job Description
Accountant - Decatur, IL
Accountant - Decatur, IL
GBS Finance Services
This is an exempt level position.

Position Summary:
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.

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
Required Skills:
  • 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
Education Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting
Experience:
  • 2 years accounting experience preferred
  • CPA, similar professional certification preferred but not required
Physical Requirements:
  • Ability to safely and successful perform the essential job functions consistent with qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards
  • Standard office safety regulations
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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Company Name: Archer Daniels Midland
Website:https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/home/HomeWithPreLoad?PageType=JobDetails&partnerid=25416&siteid=5998&jobid=3343203&codes=HBCU#
Company Description:
At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We're a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world's premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.
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