Project Manager - Decatur or Chicago, IL - ADM
Decatur, IL
About the Job
93285BR
Job Title:
Project Manager - Decatur or Chicago, IL
Department/Function:
Finance, Accounting, Audit
Job Description:
Project Manager, Audit – Decatur or Chicago, IL
Career Description :
As a Project Manager, you will oversee Risk-Based audits and lead the auditing of ADM entities globally. You will manage and mentor staff, review and document work processes, and analyze the inherent risks associated with ADM’s global operations. Upon completing each audit assignment, you will collaborate with the project team and audit leadership to deliver objective, accurate, and timely analysis and insights and recommendations to ADM Management and the Board of Directors.
Responsibilities:
+ Lead and supervise Risk-Based audit projects.
+ Ability to successfully lead one project while performing management oversight on an additional projects each month.
+ Oversee and mentor less experienced audit team members, ensuring quality and consistency in audit processes.
+ Review and document operational procedures and identify associated risks.
+ Establishes defined goals and development plans for audit staff and uses positive reinforcement to discuss progress toward items with direct reports on quarterly basis for inclusion when preparing annual staff evaluations.
+ Conduct training and provide performance evaluations for team members.
+ Ensure communication and documentation of procedural changes and updates in support guidance.
+ Deliver actionable recommendations to ADM Management and the Board of Directors.
Preferred Professional Experience :
+ Assistant Project Manager or 6+ years of relevant audit experience.
+ Proven track record of leading global or large-scale audit projects.
Requirements :
+ Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field (minimum GPA of 3.0; international equivalent may vary). 12-15 hours of accounting courses.
+ CIA, CISA, or CPA certification is strongly preferred; pursuing a second certification or graduate degree preferred.
+ Proficiency in technical accounting and familiarity with the agriculture or commodity trading industries are a plus. Candidates from other industries will also be considered.
+ Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage with all organizational levels.
+ Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage teams.
+ Understanding of basic training and motivation skills
+ Experience with ERP systems, audit methodologies, and risk management practices.
+ Ability to balance multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines.
+ Possesses strong organizational skills
+ Capacity for creative problem-solving and handling conflict constructively.
+ Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time to ADM entities worldwide.
+ Experience with Microsoft Office software
Physical Requirements :
+ Ability to climb ladders up to 100 feet high.
Behavioral Competencies :
+ Agile Learning: Displays intellectual curiosity and applies direction effectively.
+ Communication: Engages professionally with auditees, including ADM Executive Management.
+ Problem-Solving: Demonstrates the ability to assess and resolve complex challenges.
+ Flexibility: Adaptable to changes in project assignments or audit scopes.
+ Initiative: Takes on new assignments with energy and enthusiasm.
+ Integrity: Exemplifies high ethical standards and fosters inclusivity and collaboration.
+ Results-Oriented: Focused on meeting deadlines and achieving project goals.
+ Safety: Promotes and enforces safe work habits across teams.
+ Team Player: Collaborates effectively and goes beyond assigned responsibilities.
Learning and Development Goals :
+ Develop and execute a plan to obtain an additional professional certification or graduate degree.
+ Ensure draft audit reports are issued within 30 business days of completing fieldwork.
+ Provide timely and constructive feedback to project leads and team members within 10 days of a draft report.
+ Conduct quarterly check-ins with direct reports to review goals and development plans.
Why ADM ?
ADM provides unparalleled opportunities for growth and development. We encourage and sponsor professional certifications to help you advance your career. This position offers exposure to a wide network of departments and leadership, giving you the chance to build valuable connections across the organization.
Excited about this role but don’t think you meet every requirement listed? We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.
ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.
"AJCIND"
REF:93285BR
Req/Job ID:
93285BR
City:
Decatur
State:
IL - Illinois
Ref ID:
#LI-NA1
:
About ADM
At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.
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#LI-Onsite
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#IncludingYou
Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM’s efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.
We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in our industry, as we strive to ensure our workforce represents the world that we help to feed: people of color, women, gender non-conforming, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, please visit our website here: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion | ADM. (https://www.adm.com/en-us/culture-and-careers/diversity-equity-inclusion/)
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Benefits and Perks
Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including:
+ Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
+ Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
+ Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).
Additional benefits include:
+ Paid time off including paid holidays.
+ Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
+ Tuition assistance.
+ Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.
*Benefits may vary for bargained locations, confirm benefit eligibility with your recruiter.
:
Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.
If hired, employees will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
The pay range for this position is expected to be between:
:
$88,000.00 - $164,000.00
Salaried Incentive Plan:
The total compensation package for this position will also include annual bonus
Job Title:
Project Manager - Decatur or Chicago, IL
Department/Function:
Finance, Accounting, Audit
Job Description:
Project Manager, Audit – Decatur or Chicago, IL
Career Description :
As a Project Manager, you will oversee Risk-Based audits and lead the auditing of ADM entities globally. You will manage and mentor staff, review and document work processes, and analyze the inherent risks associated with ADM’s global operations. Upon completing each audit assignment, you will collaborate with the project team and audit leadership to deliver objective, accurate, and timely analysis and insights and recommendations to ADM Management and the Board of Directors.
Responsibilities:
+ Lead and supervise Risk-Based audit projects.
+ Ability to successfully lead one project while performing management oversight on an additional projects each month.
+ Oversee and mentor less experienced audit team members, ensuring quality and consistency in audit processes.
+ Review and document operational procedures and identify associated risks.
+ Establishes defined goals and development plans for audit staff and uses positive reinforcement to discuss progress toward items with direct reports on quarterly basis for inclusion when preparing annual staff evaluations.
+ Conduct training and provide performance evaluations for team members.
+ Ensure communication and documentation of procedural changes and updates in support guidance.
+ Deliver actionable recommendations to ADM Management and the Board of Directors.
Preferred Professional Experience :
+ Assistant Project Manager or 6+ years of relevant audit experience.
+ Proven track record of leading global or large-scale audit projects.
Requirements :
+ Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field (minimum GPA of 3.0; international equivalent may vary). 12-15 hours of accounting courses.
+ CIA, CISA, or CPA certification is strongly preferred; pursuing a second certification or graduate degree preferred.
+ Proficiency in technical accounting and familiarity with the agriculture or commodity trading industries are a plus. Candidates from other industries will also be considered.
+ Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage with all organizational levels.
+ Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage teams.
+ Understanding of basic training and motivation skills
+ Experience with ERP systems, audit methodologies, and risk management practices.
+ Ability to balance multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines.
+ Possesses strong organizational skills
+ Capacity for creative problem-solving and handling conflict constructively.
+ Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time to ADM entities worldwide.
+ Experience with Microsoft Office software
Physical Requirements :
+ Ability to climb ladders up to 100 feet high.
Behavioral Competencies :
+ Agile Learning: Displays intellectual curiosity and applies direction effectively.
+ Communication: Engages professionally with auditees, including ADM Executive Management.
+ Problem-Solving: Demonstrates the ability to assess and resolve complex challenges.
+ Flexibility: Adaptable to changes in project assignments or audit scopes.
+ Initiative: Takes on new assignments with energy and enthusiasm.
+ Integrity: Exemplifies high ethical standards and fosters inclusivity and collaboration.
+ Results-Oriented: Focused on meeting deadlines and achieving project goals.
+ Safety: Promotes and enforces safe work habits across teams.
+ Team Player: Collaborates effectively and goes beyond assigned responsibilities.
Learning and Development Goals :
+ Develop and execute a plan to obtain an additional professional certification or graduate degree.
+ Ensure draft audit reports are issued within 30 business days of completing fieldwork.
+ Provide timely and constructive feedback to project leads and team members within 10 days of a draft report.
+ Conduct quarterly check-ins with direct reports to review goals and development plans.
Why ADM ?
ADM provides unparalleled opportunities for growth and development. We encourage and sponsor professional certifications to help you advance your career. This position offers exposure to a wide network of departments and leadership, giving you the chance to build valuable connections across the organization.
Excited about this role but don’t think you meet every requirement listed? We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.
ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.
"AJCIND"
REF:93285BR
Req/Job ID:
93285BR
City:
Decatur
State:
IL - Illinois
Ref ID:
#LI-NA1
:
About ADM
At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.
:
#LI-Onsite
t:
#IncludingYou
Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM’s efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.
We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in our industry, as we strive to ensure our workforce represents the world that we help to feed: people of color, women, gender non-conforming, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, please visit our website here: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion | ADM. (https://www.adm.com/en-us/culture-and-careers/diversity-equity-inclusion/)
:
Benefits and Perks
Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including:
+ Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
+ Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
+ Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).
Additional benefits include:
+ Paid time off including paid holidays.
+ Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
+ Tuition assistance.
+ Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.
*Benefits may vary for bargained locations, confirm benefit eligibility with your recruiter.
:
Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.
If hired, employees will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
The pay range for this position is expected to be between:
:
$88,000.00 - $164,000.00
Salaried Incentive Plan:
The total compensation package for this position will also include annual bonus
Source : ADM