Sr. Accountant, Commodities
 Primient | |
vision insurance, parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k)
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 United States, Illinois, Decatur | |
 Jan 14, 2026 | |
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Sr. Accountant, Commodities | Primient
About Primient
Primient is a century old company with an entrepreneurial spirit. We are a leading producer of food and industrial ingredients made from plant-based, renewable sources. We deliver value through deep technical, commercial, and operational excellence that is backed by our long-standing corn wet milling heritage. Wherever we are in the process, from field to customer, our priorities are focused on ensuring we produce the safest, highest quality products through practices that uphold both our responsibility and commitments to the challenge and drive for excellence, our people and our planet. We are a privately held company with locations across the US, Mexico, Poland, and Brazil. We're investing in our plants and people to unlock our potential in the industrial and food sectors. Guided by our values of Safety, Excellence, Integrity, and Growth, we're focused on growing our business, our reputation, and the career of every teammate. About the Role
The contribution of our Finance teams is vital to the performance, profitability, and continued growth of the Primient business. Across Finance, we are exploring new and better ways to harness data, improve decision-making and add value - while optimizing the investment we are making in our plants and people. TheSr. Accountant, Accounting & Controls, Commoditiessits within in the Business Performance teamand plays a critical role in supporting day-to-day accounting activities as well as providing analysis to inform management decisions. TheSr. Accountant, Accounting & Controls, Commoditiespartners with commercial management, senior management, and cross-functional team members to deliver decision-making support for key deliverables and business initiatives. Key responsibilities: Sr. Accountant, Accounting & Controls, Commodities *
Financial Reporting and Analysis:
Assist in the preparation of statutory financial statements.
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Licensing Requirement Preparation:
Preparation of annual state and federal licensing authority documents for renewal. Ensure compliance with state and federal licensing requirements throughout the year.
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General Ledger and Month End Close:
Oversee general ledger activities for grain procurement and grain operation activities, perform month-end, quarterly and year-end close procedures (e.g., journal entries, account reconciliations, analysis and investigation of discrepancies).
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Partner with FP&A:
Support the FP&A team with the annual operating plan, forecasts and monthly estimates.
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Maintain Controls:
Implement and oversee financial controls to mitigate risk and ensure accuracy and compliance. Manage and provide guidance on business policies and procedures. Facilitate training on controls, policies and procedures for business partners (e.g., auditing controls and physical assets at business locations).
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Capital Asset Expenditure Support (CAPEX):
Advise business partners on CAPEX management decisions and analysis, included analyses of opportunities and risk trade-offs (e.g., cost-benefit analyses and costing scenarios based on the business leaders' strategic direction and input).
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Support Audit Functions:
Assist with internal and external audits/auditors to ensure financial statements are reported correctly.
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Partner Across the Organization to Support Decision-Making:
Partner with commercial management, senior management, and cross-functional team members to deliver decision-making support for key deliverables and business initiatives.
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Conduct Ad Hoc Analysis:
Respond to business needs with timely and accurate reports and analysis as needed to support overall business. About You
Total RewardsThe annual pay range estimated for this position is $73,216.00 - $109,824.00 and is bonus eligible.
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Grain procurement operations
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inancial reporting
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US GAAP principles
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Key accounting controls including inventory, cash, and purchase/sales cycle Skills *
Data analytics and interpretation
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Attention to detail with a strong focus on accuracy
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Time management and prioritization
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Problem-solving
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Risk monitoring and mitigation Mindsets *
Flexible and adaptable
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Continuous improvement
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Collaboration
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Proactive Required Education/Certification *
Bachelor's
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in Accounting, Finance, or related field (required) Required and Preferred Work Experience *
Minimum 2-5 years of relevant experience with Financial Reporting (month-end close, reporting), Financial Analysis or Planning/Forecasting (required)
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Experience in commodity trading or accounting (preferred)
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Hands-on experience with EPM software (e.g., Workday, SAP, Adaptive) (required)
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Knowledge of commodity hedging and trading fundamentals (preferred)
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Experience with Commodity-specific ERP (e.g., Agtech, Agris) (preferred) Please note that while this range reflects the full spectrum of compensation available for this role, individual compensation will be determined based on several factors including your experience, skills, and alignment with the role's responsibilities. During the interview process there will be an opportunity to discuss how your background fits into the pay range. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:
Primient is committed to a workplace that is all in - ensuring everyone has the opportunity to develop and shape a career that matters in an open culture which embraces equity, diversity and belonging. We challenge old ways of thinking; and encourage employee voices to be a guiding force for ongoing learning. Primient supports a culture of inclusion that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe our differences make better decisions, drive excellence, and deliver better business results. Primient employees experience autonomy and accountability in their role. Here, employees control their destiny as there is opportunity for career growth and pathways outside the norm. We are believers in the power of difference. We strive to represent the communities in which we operate and to provide an inclusive, welcoming environment for all. We want Primient to be a place where every employee feels they belong and knows they are seen, heard, valued and safe to speak up. Our aspiration is to unlock the full potential in diverse perspectives, while offering everyone an equal chance to grow, Primient is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce. California Consumer Privacy Act ("CCPA") The Company is committed to complying with the California Consumer Privacy Act ("CCPA") and all data privacy and laws in the jurisdictions in which it recruits and hires employees. We collect the following categories of personal information for the purpose of hiring the best qualified applicants and to comply with applicable employment laws: Name and contact information; Job preference and work availability; Social Security Number and/or other identification information; Education and qualifications; Employment history and experience; Military service; Reference and background check information, including relevant criminal history and credit history; Social media information; Pre-employment test results; Post-offer medical examination information and results, including drug test results; Voluntary self-disclosure information regarding minority, veteran, and disability status; and Information provided by you during the hiring process. | |