Process Specialist

About the Role

Cargill is looking for a Process Specialist to support the establishment and maintenance of sound accounting policies and fiscal controls. The role requires preparing accurate financial statements and reports that comply with established standards and policies, with a strong emphasis on consolidation of financials. This position contributes directly to safeguarding the organization's assets through effective accounting practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out core accounting functions including accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, pension, investment accounting, intercompany transactions, and blackline reconciliation.
• Apply standard accounting methods to accurately reclassify and record financial transactions.
• Independently manage the monthly financial books close process.
• Create and review standard accounting packages using OneStream.
• Support the implementation and enhancement of financial application setups to improve operational efficiency.
• Resolve moderately complex accounting issues autonomously and escalate more difficult problems as needed.
• Lead initiatives for process enhancement, conduct training on updates, and support audit activities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with business partners and customers to ensure accurate process delivery.
• Regularly update and maintain standard operating procedures in a timely manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Work shift timings are 2PM to 11PM during non-close periods; during monthly or quarterly close, shifts are 6PM to 3AM.

Qualifications and Experience

• Proficient in email communication, spreadsheets, and word processing software.
• Advanced skills in data analysis using spreadsheets or business intelligence tools.
• Experience leveraging financial and business systems to monitor activities and support decision-making.
• Experience working with multiple business units or in an international business environment.
• 7 to 10 years of relevant professional experience.
• Additional qualifications as necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certification such as CA or CMA.
• Familiarity with accounting modules in ERP systems such as CFIN, SAP, and OneStream.
• Experience working in a multinational setting or with external auditors.
• Awareness of international financial reporting standards and GAAP, with knowledge of US GAAP.