Advanta US is an operating unit of Advanta, a global seed business that combines the most advanced techniques in conventional plant breeding with biotechnology to deliver world-class seed.  Drawing on our global network of breeders and researchers, Advanta US is able to offer exclusive genetics and industry-leading hybrids in forage and grain sorghum. 

Summary: 

The Senior Staff Accountant is responsible for areas relating to financial reporting and general accounting activities. This position will be responsible for developing and maintaining accounting principles, practices and procedures to ensure accurate and timely financial statements and the entry of data for cash, payable, and receivables.

This position addresses tight deadlines and a multitude of accounting activities including general ledger preparation, financial reporting, year-end audit preparation and the support of budget and forecast activities. The Senior Staff Accountant will have contact throughout the organization, the company’s bank(s) and outside accountant’s which will require strong interpersonal communication skills both written and verbal.

Major Job Responsibilities

Tracking & Reporting

• Manage fixed assets including addition, disposal, and monthly recording of depreciation.
• Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and other financial reports as required by the required due dates.
• Ensure accounts are closed timely each month including recurring journal entries.
• Assist with reporting for quarterly reviews to HQ.
• Ensure that accounts payable and accounts receivable are timely and accurately processed.

Compliance

• Assist with the process of confirming segregation of duties and checks and balances are in place.
• Assist in tax compliance from a local, state, and federal perspective.
• Work closely with the Financial Controller to ensure all accounts are reported in accordance with US GAAP and IFRS as needed.
• Assist to ensure compliance with all customer and vendor contracts.
• Assist to ensure compliance with all related party transactions.
• Monitor and ensure compliance on an on-going basis with respect to lines of credit.
• Review all existing processes and procedures to find ways to reduce inefficiency, strengthen existing processes, and add new procedures as needed.
• Support all audit activities including y/e and internal audits to ensure timely completion.

Planning & Analysis

• Review the fixed expenses each month for accuracy and recommend ways to realize savings.
• Assist in developing budgets and forecasts.
• Additional analysis and projects on an as needed basis.

Key Skills and Requirements

• SAP Software Experience
• Bank reconciliations
• Proactive and action oriented
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Attention to detail with a high level of accuracy
• Ability to prioritize
• Effective organizational skills
• Advanced Excel proficiency
• Flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities
• Financial analysis abilities
• Ability to meet deadlines

Preferred Experience

• General ledger entry
• Period-end closing/reporting process
• Accounts payable
• Accounts receivable
• Audit preparation
• Supervision of data entry personnel
• Internal control compliance and enforcement
• CPA

Background

Bachelor degree required in Accounting, Finance or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Minimum of three to five years of experience in corporate accounting

Travel

Some occasional domestic travel. Possibility of international travel under special circumstances.

Compensation

Commensurate with qualifications and experience

Applications

Please send application and CV to Michael Nesti, michael.nesti@uniphos.com