Business Support Specialist - Quincy, IL

Business Support Specialist - Quincy, IL

ADM Animal Nutrition, a division of Archer Daniels Midland Company, is seeking an ambitious individual for a Business Support Specialist role to be based at the Quincy, IL office reporting to the Business Support Supervisor.

Essential Functions

Financial Results:

• Participate in the monthly review of ingredient, packaging, and finished good costs and make adjustments as needed (with oversight). Work with plant teams to ensure they are following processes appropriately to minimize activity that causes inaccurate product costing.
• Participate monthly in the analysis of specific inventory related balance sheet accounts including Accrued Inbound Freight, Accrued Interplant Freight, Accrued Other Acquisition Costs, Intransit, Prepaid Inventory, and Receiving accounts. Work with plant teams on correcting any issues found from this analysis.
• Review item, lot, and rework transactions to validate quantities net and calculate and enter related cost adjustments.
• Review scrap (and other adjustments) for appropriateness and review and follow up on products expired or close date to ensure product is managed appropriately.

Inventory Balances/Production Support:

• Review key inventory transaction reports to ensure transactions are being completed timely and accurately. These includes, but not limited to, the Expected Receipts Report, Batch Review Report, and Open Orders report.
• General troubleshooting issues related to Oracle inventory/production.

Reporting/Other:

• Primary for ship confirming orders from 3rd party locations.
• Run and review specific reports to help with the overall accuracy of reporting data.
• Be a resource for peers and management and work seamlessly with other internal customers including purchasing, customer service, and marketing groups.
• Assume lead role on special projects as requested by Manager.
• Timely, accurate and professional communication with internal and external customers.

Position Requirements

Education: BS degree in Accounting or Business or Related Experience

Skills: Demonstrated leadership, superior verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate with all levels of the organization. Ability to productively utilize Microsoft Access, Word, Excel, Oracle EBS. Willingness to Travel to support teams onsite – 5%-10%. Strong time management and organizational skills. Team Player.

Physical Requirements: Working at a desk on a computer for extended periods. Working on the telephone

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Excited about this role but don't think you meet every requirement listed? We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

Ref: 100974BR

City: Quincy

State: IL - Illinois

Ref ID: #LI-KK2

About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We're a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world's premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over.

#IncludingYou

Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM's efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together. We welcome everyone to apply. We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, language, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits and Perks

Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including:

• Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
• Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers' compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
• Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).

Additional benefits include:

• Paid time off including paid holidays.
• Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
• Tuition assistance.
• Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.

Benefits may vary for bargained locations, confirm benefit eligibility with your recruiter. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours. If hired, employees will be in an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors. The pay range for this position is expected to be between: $48,100.00 - $73,100.00.