Accountant at Koppert Biological Systems, Inc. – Howell, Michigan

Who We Are

Koppert Biological Systems is the worldwide market leader in integrated pest management and disease management. Koppert stands at the forefront of sustainable agriculture, having been founded in 1967 by visionary Dutch grower Jan Koppert. Our mission is to make agriculture healthier, safer, and more productive by partnering with nature. We achieve this through the use of natural enemies to combat pests, employing bumblebees for pollination, and leveraging microbials and bio stimulants to support, protect, and strengthen crops. With a clear vision of achieving 100% sustainable agriculture, we collaborate with growers, partners, universities, research institutions, and governmental bodies globally to meet the highest food safety demands while contributing to the better health of people and the planet.

Job Purpose

The Accountant will perform assigned duties within accounts payable, inventory management, and support work for month-end reporting and financial analysis. They will communicate with vendors, clients, and internal departments. They will make updates to the company database, assist with tracking spending, assist with projecting cashflows, issue payments to vendors, and support the accounting team as needed. The Accountant will make inventory adjustments and assist with inventory functions, as well as prepare intercompany spending and purchasing reports monthly.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Setup & edit vendors in electronic database (Microsoft Dynamics 365).
• Review and process accounts payable invoices.
• Process expense reports.
• Issue payments to vendors as approved.
• Answer vendor questions by researching accounts.
• Ensure outstanding obligations are credited upon payment, identify discount opportunities, and issue purchase order amendments or stop payment orders as needed.
• Assist with accounting records and ledgers by reconciling monthly statements and transactions.
• Monitor purchase order activity.
• Assist with support and training in the expense reporting system (Concur).
• Process inventory transactions and participate in inventory counts as needed.
• Analyze inventory transactions for accuracy.
• Assist with financial planning and analysis as needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills and Qualifications

• Effective organizational skills and ability to prioritize work with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet established deadlines.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality to sensitive information.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and bookkeeping practices and procedures.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, D365) or similar software.
• Effective time management, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong math and research skills.
• Ability to analyze data accurately and efficiently.

Education and Experience

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in business or accounting preferred, or related certifications in accounting, or equivalent work experience in related field.
• 1+ years of related work experience preferred.

Working Conditions

• General open office environment: Works generally at a desk in a typical office setting, with moderate noise levels.
• Occasional exposure to bumble bees, other live insects, and pollen.

Physical Requirements

• Time spent viewing computer monitor and using telephone on a constant basis; some walking and standing relative to interaction with other personnel.
• Ability to travel (air and ground) – less than 10%
• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to ten (10) pounds, occasionally lift and/or move up to twenty-five (25) pounds.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to repetitive motion.
• Ability to control emotions under various levels of pressures, stress, and fast paced activities.

Working at Koppert

The working atmosphere at Koppert is informal. We are a family company and closely involved with everything that happens within and outside our company. We are consistently looking at ways of improving and continuing to invest in our employees.

Comprehensive Benefits Package to include medical, dental, and vision insurance, employer funded health savings account, tuition reimbursement, employer 401K match, life insurance, wellness program initiatives, employee assistance program, Volunteer Day, Koppert gear, and generous PTO!

Koppert Biological Systems is a veteran-friendly, Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. If you want to join a global and growing organization submit your cover letter and resume. At Koppert, we learn something every day!