Grain Accounting and Merchandising Assistant

Primary Function

The purpose of this position is to equip a highly motivated individual with comprehensive knowledge across the Grain division, enabling them to contribute effectively to various departments.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Learn disciplines from the following departments within the Grain division:

  • Accounting: Understand basic accounting software (AGRIS), review contracts, manage accounts receivable, enter/edit/amend contracts, and review customer accounts.

  • Mercanting/Origination: Gain familiarity with all grain contracts, communicate with producers and end-users, manage physical trading positions, perform trade arbitrage, and handle intercompany trades.

  • Risk Management: Acquire knowledge of risk management functions, operate the hedge desk, reconcile daily HPR, and conduct audits/risk mitigation procedures.

  • Logistics: Understand shipping/receiving methods, calculate transportation rates, communicate with shippers/receivers, review freight invoices, and create/shell shipping schedules.

  • Grain Grading: Learn grading procedures for corn/soybeans/wheat, operate scales, perform purity/toxin tests, organize scale tickets/samples, and communicate quality with external operations.

  • Outside Operations: Gain insight into elevator operations, quality management, safety protocols, repairs/maintenance, inventory management, and PLC operations.

• Additional Responsibilities:

  • Aid colleagues with projects related to investments, acquisitions, projections, and strategic planning.

  • Contribute to data analytics for senior management, assisting with business decisions.

  • Maintain accurate and organized grain documentation.

  • Follow The DeLong Company grain policies.

Required Skill/Knowledge

• 1 year agricultural business experience or farming background.

• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite.

• Working knowledge of accounting software (AGRIS).

• Strong communication skills.

• Organizational skills.

• Ability to accept responsibility and be vocal within the organization.

Preferred Skills/ Knowledge

• 1+ year experience in finance, accounting, business agriculture, or economics.

Education Level / Required Certification

• 4-year college degree or equivalent industry experience.

• Finance.

• Accounting.

• Business Agriculture.

• Economics.

Problem Solving

The ability to understand, research, and resolve problems related to the responsibilities of this position. Must be able to brainstorm, communicate, and collaborate with others to find the best solutions.

Internal/External Contacts

• Internal: Members of all grain division staff.

• External: Producers, end-users, brokers, industry professionals, auditors.

Supervisory Responsibility/ Authority to

• Total number of exempt and non-exempt reports: 1.

• Authority to make decisions: Major duties & responsibilities with oversight of Head of Merchandising, Vice President of Grain, and Accounting Staff.

• Promotional Opportunities: Level 2 Grain Division Managerial Trainee.

Job Share

• Yes.

Additional Information

• Need valid driver’s license and proof of auto insurance.

• Ability to sit long periods of time.

• Ability to handle stressful situations with rapidly changing requirements.

• Driven to complete tasks and succeed within the organization.

• Ability to work extended hours during peak busy season.

Requirements

• Required Skills: Strong communication, organized, and driven.

• PREFERRED SKILLS: Grain or farming experience is a plus!

• Series 3, Finance coursework.

What's in it for YOU?

• We value your well-being: Medical coverage, vision and free dental, discount Rx plan, life insurance, 401k with 5% match, FSA accounts, dependent care accounts, Telehealth, and pet insurance.

• We value your time: Generous time off, company holidays, and volunteer time off.

Additional Information

• EEO STATEMENT: The DeLong Co., Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, The DeLong Co., Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.