Job Description

Assistant Grain Accounting Manager
Are you an experienced accounting professional with a sharp analytical mind and a passion for agriculture and commodities? This is your opportunity to step into a strategic leadership role where your expertise in grain margin accounting and gross profit analysis will drive business decisions and support high-performing teams. This role blends high-impact financial oversight with hands-on operational support in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment.
What's in it for you

• Competitive compensation with full benefits eligibility
• Leadership role with direct influence on company profitability
• Collaborative and team-oriented culture
• Opportunities to lead special projects that impact business strategy
• Flexibility in scheduling (standard hours 8 AM - 5 PM, alternative hours available)
• Professional development through mentoring and training responsibilities
• Compensatory time off for additional hours worked during peak periods
• Exposure to both corporate operations and joint venture management

This role will be responsible for

• Managing and coordinating monthly gross profit and basis analysis for grain divisions
• Leading a team of senior and staff analysts in accurate and timely reporting
• Overseeing and standardizing month-end accounting processes
• Supporting operational teams by serving as a grain accounting systems expert
• Collaborating with merchandisers, risk management, and execution staff to meet reporting needs
• Providing accounting guidance to joint ventures, including training and audit coordination
• Supervising and developing accounting team talent
• Executing special projects assigned by senior leadership

Expectations will include

• Delivering consistent, accurate monthly reporting and financial insights
• Leading system rollouts and process standardization across locations
• Acting as a liaison between business and accounting teams to ensure transparency
• Participating in high-priority projects as directed by senior leadership
• Being available for extended hours during month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close periods
• Ensuring alignment with corporate accounting policies and operational goals
• Occasional travel to support business operations or training initiatives

A qualified candidate will possess the following

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• 5-10 years of accounting experience, ideally in commodity or grain sectors
• Advanced knowledge of basis/gross profit analysis for grain commodities
• Strong Excel skills and experience working with accounting systems
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated experience supervising and mentoring accounting staff

Compensation: $120K Base
Benefits: Full Benefits + 10% target bonus
Desired Location: Hybrid in office
*Candidates must be eligible to work in the US as well as meet the qualifications listed above in order to be considered for the Assistant Grain Accounting Manager job.

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