Bookkeeper - Grain

Are you looking for an opportunity to leverage your talents in a growing organization? We have excellent opportunities within The Arthur Companies for people that have a desire to grow in their careers, possess strong customer service skills, have an attention to detail, uphold safety requirements and enjoy working in a team-oriented environment. PURPOSE OF POSITION:The Bookkeeper plays a key role in supporting accurate financial and operational recordkeeping for a grain elevator location. This position is responsible for grain settlements, accounts payable and receivable, grower statements, inventory tracking, and maintaining compliance with company accounting procedures. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, seasonal environment.RESPONSIBILITIES:Grain Accounting & Settlements Process grain settlements in a timely and accurate mannerReconcile grain scale tickets, contracts, and delivery sheetsIssue and mail settlement checks or direct deposits to growersMaintain accurate records of deferred payments, storage, and DP contractsAssist with monthly inventory and grain position reporting Accounts Payable & Receivable Enter vendor invoices and prepare payment batchesMonitor open receivables and assist with statements or collectionsReconcile vendor accounts and resolve invoice discrepanciesSupport end-of-month close with accurate record entries Administrative & Operational Support Respond to customer and grower inquiries regarding settlements, balances, or invoicesMaintain updated records for contracts, compliance documents, and tax forms (e.g., W-9s, scale tickets)Assist with internal controls and file organization (digital and paper-based)Support year-end audits or financial reviews as neededOther duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS:Required: High school diploma or equivalent2+ years of bookkeeping, accounting, or administrative experienceStrong attention to detail and accuracyProficiency with Microsoft Excel and general office softwareAbility to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines, especially during harvest and year-end Preferred: Experience in agribusiness, grain handling, or ag accountingFamiliarity with grain accounting systems Understanding of grain contracts, settlements, and commodity inventory concepts ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Light sedentary office workFrequently: vision and hearing abilities, sitting and repetitive wrist, hand, and/or finger movementSometimes: lifting, carrying up to 20-35 lbs (i.e. office supplies)Rarely: extensive standing, walking, exposure to hazardous materials, weather conditionsPhysical requirements may change with duties. ABOUT THE COMPANY:The Arthur Companies is a diversified agricultural business that includes grain, agronomy services, birdseed, a wholesale fertilizer company and a proprietary trading company. There is a proud tradition of customer service excellence in all that we do that dates back to 1906. We are privately owned and operated, putting business decisions close to our team. Please visit our website (for additional information. DISCLAIMER:This job description is not a complete description of responsibility, but reflects the general qualifications, duties and/or responsibilities necessary to perform this position. The Arthur Companies reserves the right to revise the job description as circumstances warrant. The Arthur Companies is an at-will employer, which means that either the employee or the company may terminate the relationship at any time, with or without notice, and with or without cause. We are an equal opportunity employer.

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