Accountant, Retail, Inventory Accounting

Nutrien is a leading provider of crop inputs and services, and our business results make a positive impact on the world. Our purpose, Feeding the Future, is the reason we come to work each day. We’re guided by our culture of care and our core values: We put safety first. We act with integrity. We are stronger together. We deliver with excellence.

Through the collective expertise of our nearly 26,000 employees, we operate a world-class network of production, distribution, and ag retail facilities. We efficiently serve growers' needs and strive to provide a more profitable, sustainable, and secure future for all stakeholders. Help us raise the expectation of what an agriculture company can be and grow your career with Nutrien.

What You'll Do:

Perform daily analysis of gross margin and inventory reports for one region of the company

Work closely with the Branch Managers and Branch personnel to ensure accurate reporting of margins and inventory transactions

Assist Regional Finance Managers and Analysts in researching any inventory transactions resulting in questionable margins or inventory levels

Complete monthly SOX reports to ensure proper internal controls over inventory transactions

Perform validity checks on inventory adjustments submitted by the branches

Assist Division personnel with consignment inventory

Assist Division personnel with required yearly physical counts of inventory at each branch – including participation in physical counts of inventory, reconciliation of inventory counts and adjusting of variances

Accounting functions, including journal entries, account reconciliation and transactional review

Special projects, and other duties as assigned by Inventory Supervisors, Operations Accounting Sr. Manager, or other Operations Accounting Management

Approximately 5% travel is possible for attendance at Regional/Divisional Meetings, visits to Branches, attendance at inventory counts/recounts

What You'll Bring:

BS/BA Degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Related Field

0-3 years of practical experience

Working knowledge with ERP systems, knowledge of SAP is an asset

Ability to work well with variety of different business areas within the company

Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals

Ability to prioritize and work with competing deadline

Strong verbal, written communication, strong computer (MS Office – Excel), analytical and organizational skills with a high attention to detail

Ability to understand and analyze issues and apply accounting standards to reflect accurate financial reporting

Strong integrity and business ethics

What You'll Get:

Purpose-Driven Work – Make an impact as part of a global team feeding the future and support farmers locally and around the world

Excellent Benefits – Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, plus a retirement program with generous employer matching for your future

Grow Your Career – Tuition assistance for future education and ongoing learning and training opportunities for career advancement pathways across the organization

Support When it Matters – Employee Assistance Programs, inclusive leaves, and paid time for holidays, volunteering, vacation, and wellness

Thrive in a Strong Culture – Guided by our core values we put safety first, act with integrity, are stronger together, and deliver with excellence in a collaborative, high-performing environment

Ready to make an impact with us? Apply today!

This job will remain posted until filled. In accordance with Nutrien policies, you will be required to undergo a background check, and may be required to undergo a substance test. While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. Applicants must meet minimum age requirements, as permitted by law.

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