Accountant, Supply Chain

Bay State Milling is a family-owned company with a strategic intent to support the growth of the next generation of grain-based foods in North America by providing the leading array of plant-based ingredients. Since 1899, we have proudly provided exceptional quality flour and grain products, and we continue to build on our legacy as we bring new supply chains and technologies into our realm of capabilities.

Our Core purpose is to provide food ingredients to promote the growth of healthful and affordable food choices for the consumer.

We recognize that the universe of grain-based foods is constantly changing and responding to consumers’ desire for variety, healthfulness, great taste and affordability in their food choices. We are not afraid of change; in fact, we believe that change cultivates opportunity. Our goal is to stay a step ahead of our customer’s needs, while always maintaining the trust they have placed in us for generations.

We are committed to maintaining our Core Values of INTEGRITY, CREATIVITY, COLLABORATION, CARING and QUALITY in pursuit of achieving this goal.

SUMMARY

The Accountant, Supply Chain is part of the Supply Chain Finance team. The role ensures accurate and timely execution of ingredient purchasing and supplier payments for milling operations while supervising and developing the trading assistant team. It serves as a key liaison between procurement, supply chain, finance, and external suppliers to drive operational excellence and process consistency. This is a full-time, hybrid position based in Golden Valley, MN.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Transactional Duties:
• Manage grain supplier payments, contract applications, deductions, and shipment reconciliations.
• Process advance payments and ensure compliance with contract terms.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
• Act as liaison with Finance, Supply Chain, Plant Operations, QA, and Transportation.
• Resolve issues and support documentation, contract discrepancies, and settlements.
• Process Improvement:
• Identify and implement SOPs and system enhancements for efficiency.
• Support departmental reporting and provide insights to stakeholders.

QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Education:
• Bachelor’s in Business, Accounting/Finance, or equivalent experience.
• Experience:
• 3+ years in commodity merchandising support, finance administration, or supply chain accounting.
• Skills:
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving, and collaboration.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to balance individual tasks in a fast-paced hybrid environment.
• Core Competencies:
• Analytical & Problem-Solving
• Detail Orientation: Accuracy in managing financial transactions and reconciliations.
• Issue Resolution: Strong troubleshooting skills to resolve discrepancies and operational challenges.
• Process Improvement: Capability to identify inefficiencies and implement SOPs and system enhancements.
• Technical & Functional Expertise
• Supply Chain Finance Knowledge (preferred): Understanding of ingredient purchasing processes, supplier payments, and contract compliance.
• ERP & Reporting Systems: Ability to navigate and utilize enterprise resource planning tools for transactions and reporting.
• Microsoft Office Proficiency: Intermediate skills in Excel, Word, and Outlook for documentation and analysis.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Must be capable of following and communicating both written and verbal instructions in English. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write in English and complete reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, customers, and top management,…