Job description

ABOUT POET BIOFUELS

At POET, it is our mission to be good stewards of the Earth by converting renewable resources to energy and other valuable goods as effectively as humanly possible. For over thirty years, our drive and passion to change the world has enabled us to become the largest producer and marketer of bioethanol and leader in bio-based products in the world.

JOB SUMMARY

As an Accountant, you will have the chance to work directly with some of our great suppliers and customers of our business. You will also memorialize these interactions in our general ledger and supporting systems as your work plays an integral role in maintaining our customer service and cash flow, while also providing the foundation for building our financial statements. Sound intimidating? Don’t worry. If you are a problem solver, detail oriented, a good team player, effective communicator and looking for an opportunity with a strong, growing company in an exciting industry, we can provide you with all the necessary training and tools to be successful.

DURING A TYPICAL DAY

• Reconcile AR and AP (subsidiary ledgers to general ledger) daily
• Generate invoices daily and review for accuracy before distribution to the customer
• Process AP invoices in a timely manner
• Process rail payments
• Prepare rail accrual for month-end
• Prepare inventory storage accrual for month-end
• Reconcile provisional price contracts monthly
• Update operating lease schedule monthly
• Assist with vendor maintenance
• Maintain and update process documentation for role
• Since we are all about teamwork and getting the job done, your skills may be put to a lot of other uses!

QUALIFICATIONS: WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 3+ years’ experience in accounting or a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field
• Experience working with Microsoft Office including MS Excel and Outlook
• Experience working with financial statements
• Experience applying and interpreting GAAP

STRENGTHS OF A SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE

• High level of personal integrity
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills
• Sense of urgency which drives results
• Interpersonal skills – ability to effectively interact with individuals at all levels within/outside the organization
• Demonstrated problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Innovative mindset
• Ability to think objectively
• Self-awareness in the face of uncertainty
• Ability to work in a team environment

GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES WITHIN POET

At POET we believe in developing our team members to their highest potential and recognizing contributions that add value to the organization. Each new team member’s position and compensation are carefully determined by considering their unique qualifications and skillset.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Culture is king at POET. We’re all on the same team. We always communicate. And we park our egos at the door. These aren’t just slogans on our walls. It’s the way we do things at POET.
• We have an open work environment, with no offices. We are all in this together and we work close together.
• We work hard. We play hard. We have frequent team events, from bowling to BBQs to charity activities.
• We also expect that everyone will maintain a healthy work-life balance. It’s the best way to optimize health, happiness and productivity over the long term.
• There is not a lot of physical labor, most of your time in the office will be at a desk.
• POET Biofuels is proud to be the 2022 Winner of Wichita Business Journal's Best Places to Work Large Company Category!

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you want to learn more about us, please visit https://poet.com/careers/apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Application Question(s):

• Are you 18 years of age or older?
• Can you, upon employment, provide documented proof of your identity and eligibility to work in the United States?
• Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B, TN, etc.)?
• Have you completed a high school diploma or GED equivalent?

Work Location: One location

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