Accounting Manager Clean Fuel - Decatur, IL

This is a full-time, exempt level position.

About the role

We require a resilient and dynamic Accounting Manager to manage the clean fuel related activities as well as other key strategic projects for the Carbohydrate Solutions segment. You will be accountable for leading the associated process and will have dotted line responsibility for parts of the end-to-end process that are performed by others in the organization. You will develop cross-functional and business partnerships with key stakeholders to solve problems and achieve positive business outcomes, driving a culture of accuracy and integrity of financial data and reporting.

You will also be responsible for the portion of financial statement P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, financial reporting and US GAAP reporting requirements and accuracy and completeness thereof related to these processes. Strong leadership skills within a global matrix environment will be critical for the role. You will be required to build strong relationships with Financial Centers of Excellence and Record to Report (R2R) colleagues, viewing them as an extension and business partner to the Controlling team, not just as a service provider. The ability to influence others to achieve results is critical to the success of this role, along with an ability to operate in a cost-effective environment whilst ensuring high-quality deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Deliver monthly and quarterly management reports, cash flow analysis, balance sheet reviews, and P&L variance analysis related to clean fuels activities.
• Drive and evolve a strong internal control environment and risk management capabilities to ensure accurate reporting and safeguarding of company assets, throughout both Finance and Business teams.
• Define and implement processes related to clean fuel initiatives, including the roll-out and replication of existing processes to new plants and locations as needed.
• Support key strategic project work for the segment as assigned.
• Lead within a global matrix environment and develop strong relationships with Finance Centers of Excellence (CoEs) and Record to Report (R2R) colleagues.
• Foster a culture of integrity, accountability, continuous improvement, and risk management.
• Own all aspects of the financial statement, P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, external and internal financial reporting, and accuracy and completeness thereof.
• Review, approve, or reject all finance deliverables within the Controllership vertical of the Finance Deliverables RACI, ensuring all required timely approvals.
• Ensure US GAAP and other external functional reporting requirements are satisfied.
• Set expectations, provide direction, training, and information to R2R teams associated with delivering services.
• Support internal and external audits for Carbs.
• Analyze financial statements and/or supporting schedules and communicate results to business units.
• Approve and review non-standard journal entries.
• Provide advice and expertise on US GAAP reporting requirements.
• Partner with Business Segment Controllers and Business Segment Finance Directors to provide expert advice on Financial Control and Compliance.
• Provide complete and accurate accounting advice to key stakeholders.
• Advise and train on new finance policies and controls to business stakeholders.
• Act as the “connector” and “collaborator” between GBS, R2R, COEs, and processes across Finance E2E processes to enable compliance with internal controls and accurate financial reporting.
• Champion Finance Controllership Transformation and Continuous Improvement initiatives to help drive organizational performance.
• Collaborate with other leaders to identify and implement Financial Control best practices across COEs and ADM.
• Act as accounting SME on cross-functional projects (e.g., M&A, ERP implementations).
• Drive a strong internal control and risk management environment in compliance with company policies.
• Ensure compliance with internal accounting policy, GAAP, SOX, and internal control frameworks.
• Review and analyze consolidated financial results to ensure material accuracy per US GAAP guidelines.
• Support annual review/revision of Key Financial Controls (SOX requirements) and process flows and work to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of internal controls.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or a transferable field, or Post Graduate/Master’s degree in Accounting.
• Certified Public Accountant or equivalent is preferred.
• 5+ years of accounting experience, 3+ of which spent within a Controlling function.
• Prior supervisory experience with experience of leading through change.
• Proficient in Hyperion Financial Management (HFM) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Prior experience in managing multiple projects at one time and strong data analytics.
• A solution-focused mindset and the ability to present options for key decision-makers.
• Familiarity with financial planning, forecasting, and analysis processes.
• Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to build lasting partnerships.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills (to a wide range of audiences both technical and non-technical).
• Strong functional understanding of ADM’s operating structure desired.
• Experience with Power BI, AI, and large ERP systems (e.g., JDE, SAP, etc) a plus.

Skills

• Strong leadership capabilities including a strategic mindset, execution excellence, customer excellence, people leadership, and innovation.
• Finance technical skills including accounting regulation knowledge, financial statement analysis, and the ability to interpret financial statements.
• Knowledge of ERPs, financial systems, AI, consolidation, and reporting tools.
• Strong internal controls and compliance (SOX, GAAP) experience.
• Ability to identify, quantify, and mitigate financial controls risk.
• Attention to detail, analytical thinking, critical thinking, complex problem-solving, and providing solutions.
• Ethical judgment and integrity, clear communication, and team collaboration.

Pay

The pay range for this position is expected to be between $92,800.00 and $170,400.00. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours. The total compensation package for this position will also include an annual bonus under the Salaried Incentive Plan.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage.
• On-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
• Flexible spending accounts and health savings account.
• 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan.
• Discounted employee stock purchasing program.
• Life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation.
• Legal assistance and identity theft protection.
• 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 LinkedIn Learning, language training, and mentoring programs.

*Benefits may vary for bargained locations.