Accountant – Animal Nutrition

Land O'Lakes, Inc.

. Manage the month-end close process by preparing journal entries .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeArden Hills • Minnesota • United StatesJunior💰 $61,360 - $92,040 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing month-end close processes, preparing journal entries, and performing reconciliations. Proficient in ERP systems and advanced Microsoft Excel, with a strong focus on accuracy and process improvements in accounting.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor’s Degree In AccountingMonth-End Close ManagementAdvanced Microsoft ExcelERP Systems ProficiencyProblem-Resolution Skills

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Hard Skills

Journal Entry PreparationMonthly ReconciliationFinancial Reporting AnalysisAccounting Process ManagementCash Management

Soft Skills

Attention To DetailAbility To Work Under DeadlinesEffective TroubleshootingRelationship Building

Tools & Technologies

JD EdwardsSAPHyperion-EssbaseBusiness Intelligence Tools

Industry Keywords

Animal NutritionFinancial ReportingCash ApplicationsAccounts ReceivableAccounts Payable

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage the month-end close process by preparing journal entries
Prepare monthly reconciliations
Analyze balance sheet accounts to ensure proper financial reporting
Work with various business segments to research and resolve issues
Ensure timely resolution of reconciliation items
Manage accounting processes focusing on cash for the Animal Nutrition and WinField United business segments
Perform accounting for the Purina Research Farm, WinField United counter sales, tonnage taxes, and other general accounting areas
Interact and partner with Treasury, Cash Applications, Accounts Receivable/Credit, and Accounts Payable
Complete other responsibilities and special projects as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field required
Minimum of 1–2 years of experience in accounting
Proficient with ERP systems and Microsoft products
Advanced Microsoft Excel required
Attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment under strict deadlines
Ability to learn new concepts quickly
Effective troubleshooting and problem-resolution skills
Ability to drive process improvements
Proven ability to build relationships with peers and business partners
Knowledge of JD Edwards and SAP systems preferred
Experience with Hyperion-Essbase and business intelligence tools

Benefits

Comp & perks

Broad portfolio of benefits for employees and their families
Diversity in employment practices
Reasonable accommodation support for the employment application process