Grain Accounting at Cooperative Farmers Elevator in George, IA

Description

POSITION OBJECTIVE

Coordinate grain transactions across the CFE trade territory to ensure accurate records, regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and responsive customer service. Serve as a key resource between the grain office, producers, location personnel, and internal departments to support smooth day-to-day grain operations.

Requirements

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Grain Operations & Accounting

• Process grain settlements for producers and internal shipments accurately and on time.

• Maintain organized, accurate, and current grain contract records.

• Support day-end grain processes and reconciliation.

• Assist with filling producer orders and supporting hedging activities.

• Follow cooperative and grain policies to drive efficiency and accuracy.

• Support the department in achieving annual goals and assist with department planning and updates.

Customer Service & Communication

• Serve as the primary point of contact for inbound calls to the grain office.

• Respond to internal and external customer inquiries with a positive, professional approach.

• Work directly with customers to answer grain-related questions and resolve issues.

• Provide ERP support and guidance to staff on grain-related system questions.

Inventory, Audit & Reporting

• Verify shipments for accuracy — including quantity, grade, and quality — against delivery tickets.

• Support annual state and federal audits and help maintain accurate Daily Position Reports (DPRs).

Service & Internal Support

• Provide timely responses to questions and concerns from internal teams and other locations.

• Assist with training and accounting support for location personnel as needed.

Credit Compliance

• Enforce the cooperative's credit policy in all grain transactions.

• Do not extend or authorize credit beyond approved limits or outside of established authorization.

• Do not extend charges to COD (cash-on-delivery) customers.

Safety & Regulatory Compliance

• Follow all cooperative, departmental, and safety policies.

• Support compliance with applicable federal, state, and OSHA regulations.

• Participate in required safety training and Employee Right-to-Know activities as scheduled.

Other Duties

• Perform additional duties as assigned and support other departments as needed.

• Maintain a professional image and actively promote teamwork.

• Promote and participate in the CFE Enterprise approach.

• Participate in employee feedback processes as requested.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• Minimum of two years of grain experince or equivalent relevant experience.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, with strong working knowledge of Excel.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities under deadlines.

Preferred

• Prior experience in grain, merchandising, or another agricultural setting.

• Familiarity with grain accounting software or comparable ERP systems.