POET Grain Accounting Assistant

ABOUT POET

At POET, it is our mission to be good stewards of the Earth by converting renewable resources to energy and other valuable goods as effectively as humanly possible. For over thirty-five years, our drive and passion to change the world has enabled us to become the largest producer and marketer of bioethanol and a leader in sustainable products in the world.

CULTURE IS KING AT POET

We’re all on the same team. We always communicate. And we park our egos at the door. These aren’t just slogans on our walls. It’s the way we do things at POET. We provide an environment for team members to maintain a healthy work-life balance. It’s the best way to optimize health, wellness, and productivity in a sustainable way. We work hard. We play hard. We have frequent team events, volunteer efforts, and we know how to celebrate wins!

JOB SUMMARY & RESPONSIBILITIES

When we show up to work at POET Grain, it’s our job to meet the customer's needs as efficiently as possible.

As a POET Grain Accountant, you will get the opportunity to work closely with the grain teams at our bioprocessing facilities as well as some of our grain customers. Your position will play an integral role in ensuring accurate payments are issued to grain customers. The daily processes you are responsible for will be recorded in the general ledger and supporting systems and will be the foundation of our financial statements and reporting out to stakeholders. Sound intimidating? Don’t worry. If you are a problem solver, detail-oriented, a good team player, effective communicator, and are looking for an opportunity to grow alongside a strong, innovative company in an exciting industry, we can provide you all the necessary training and tools to be successful.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborate with teams across the POET system to assist in the efficiency of information flow.
• Process grain settlements and issue accurate, timely payments to grain customers.
• Reconcile general ledger and bank accounts to ensure financial accuracy and completeness.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements related to transaction processing.
• Maintain and update role-specific documentation while identifying opportunities for process improvement.
• Since we’re all about teamwork and getting the job done, your skills may be put to a lot of other uses!

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1+ years’ experience in accounting or a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field.
• Experience working with Microsoft Office including MS Excel and Outlook.
• Experience working with financial statements.
• Ability to problem-solve and have an analytical mindset.
• Excellent organizational and time management, as well as the ability to embrace change.
• Effective written and oral communication.
• Attention to detail but also able to see the “big picture.” For you, anything worth doing is worth doing right, every time.
• Desire to learn and understand the “why” behind your responsibilities.

A SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• High level of personal integrity
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills and ability to effectively multi-task
• Sense of urgency, which drives results
• Interpersonal skills – ability to effectively interact with individuals at all levels within/outside the organization
• Demonstrated problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Desire and ability to embrace and promote change
• Innovative mindset
• Ability to think objectively
• Self-awareness in the face of uncertainty
• Ability to work in a team environment
• A desire for professional growth

GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES

At POET, we encourage internal development and growth by allowing team members to carve their own path to success. Leaders support team members with the necessary resources to develop their skills, achieve goals, and create the most value. We believe in developing our team members to their highest potential and recognizing contributions that add value to the organization. Each new team member’s position and compensation are carefully determined by considering their unique qualifications and skillset.

BENEFITS

For eligible team members

• Comprehensive benefits package: Individual and family plans for health, dental, & vision insurance, including a generous employer Health Savings Account contribution

• Quarterly Profit-Sharing Bonuses and Bi-Annual Incentive Bonuses

• Competitive pay, including shift premium pay for qualifying positions

• 401K with company match

• Paid time off and paid holidays – 40 hours available on day ONE!

• Paid Parental Leave

• Tuition reimbursement

• Attractive Relocation Assistance and Bonus Programs for qualifying positions and/or locations

OTHER PERKS

For eligible team members

• A multifaceted wellness program encompassing the whole person – mentally, physically, and spiritually

• Onsite fitness centers or fitness reimbursements

• Safety and cold weather gear reimbursements

• Discounted home and auto insurance

POET is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, abilities, merit, and other legitimate business factors, without regard to any legally protected characteristic. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, working conditions, promotion, and termination.