Corteva Agriscience

Senior Technical Accountant

Corteva Agriscience • $90K — $120K *
Wilmington, DE 19805In-Person
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • BS in Accounting/Finance required
  • CPA certification mandatory
  • 6+ years in public accounting or relevant industry
  • Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC requirements
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office tools
  • Experience with Workiva financial reporting is a plus
  • Strong communication and team collaboration skills

Responsibilities

  • Research and resolve complex accounting matters related to U.S. GAAP
  • Act as a technical resource for business teams on accounting standards
  • Prepare and review external financial statements for compliance
  • Draft external disclosures for SEC filings
  • Evaluate implications of complex transactions and deals
  • Develop and maintain accounting policies and procedures
  • Monitor new accounting standards and implement required changes
  • Manage ESG reporting requirements in collaboration with the Sustainability team

Benefits

  • Numerous development opportunities to enhance skills
  • Health benefits effective from day one of employment
  • Four weeks of paid time off plus additional well-being pay
  • Excellent parental leave of at least 16 weeks for both parents
  • Competitive retirement savings plan and tuition reimbursement
  • Opportunities to contribute to a purposeful company mission
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Job Description

What You’ll Do:

  • Research, analyze, and resolve complex accounting and reporting matters involving U.S. GAAP, SEC guidance, and FASB standards, and ensure conclusions are appropriately reflected in external financial statements and disclosures.

  • Act as a technical accounting and reporting resource to business and functional teams and support continuous improvement of accounting and reporting processes.

  • Support the preparation and review of external financial statements and related footnote disclosures in compliance with US GAAP and applicable Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) rules and regulations in conjunction with SEC filings.

  • Research, draft, and refine external disclosures for quarterly and annual filings, including ongoing monitoring of evolving disclosure expectations.

  • Evaluate accounting and reporting implications of complex transactions and initiatives, including mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, collaborative arrangements, equity instruments, and hedging programs.

  • Develop, document, and maintain accounting policies and procedures to ensure consistent application of accounting conclusions and alignment with external reporting requirements.

  • Monitor new and proposed accounting standards and disclosure requirements, perform impact assessments, and coordinate implementation into accounting policies and external reporting.

  • Perform benchmarking of peer and other public company disclosures.

  • Support Investor Relations team with earnings releases & non-GAAP measures reporting.

  • Support Workiva‑based reporting processes, including XBRL tagging, as applicable.

  • Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external auditors in connection with quarterly reviews, annual audits, accounting consultations, and disclosure matters.

  • Support documentation, execution, and maintenance of SOX controls related to external reporting responsibilities.

  • Support month-end and quarter-end close activities, including close procedures, financial analyses, and other closing-related support as needed.

  •  Manage ESG reporting requirements, including coordination with the Sustainability team, preparation and/or review of related reporting deliverables, and responding to external auditor requests.

What Skills You Need:

  • BS in Accounting / Finance

  • CPA required

  • Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements.

  • 6+ years of experience in public accounting (Big 4 preferred) and/or relevant industry experience in technical accounting and external reporting.

  • Strong analytical, research, and problem‑solving skills.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

  • Flexibility to support critical close and filing deadlines, including outside of standard business hours (e.g., evenings or weekends) as needed.

  • Ability to work effectively in teams and interact with all levels of the organization.

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

  • Workiva financial reporting experience a plus.

*No visa sponsorship is available for this position.

Benefits – How We’ll Support You:

  • Numerous development opportunities offered to build your skills

  • Be part of a company with a higher purpose and contribute to making the world a better place

  • Health benefits for you and your family on your first day of employment

  • Four weeks of paid time off and two weeks of well-being pay per year, plus paid holidays

  • Excellent parental leave which includes a minimum of 16 weeks for mother and father

  • Future planning with our competitive retirement savings plan and tuition reimbursement program

  • Learn more about our total rewards package here -

  • Check out life at Corteva!www.linkedin.com/company/corteva/life


Are you a good match? Apply today! We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team.

About Corteva Agriscience

Corteva Agriscience brings you the world's most recognized and premium agricultural solutions, featuring Pioneer® and Brevant™ Seeds, award-winning Crop Protection products, Encirca, and Granular software tools and services. they provide agronomic support and services to help increase farmer productivity and profitability. they strive to develop sustainable and efficient global food systems that benefit everyone.

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Join the vibrant team at Corteva Agriscience, a leader in agricultural science and innovation, where your career growth is intertwined with our mission to enrich the lives of those who produce and those who consume, ensuring progress for generations to come.

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At Corteva Agriscience, we offer a plethora of job opportunities that allow you to contribute to sustainable agriculture while advancing your professional skills. Our team is at the forefront of scientific and technological innovation, dedicated to transforming the agricultural industry through high-impact solutions.

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At Corteva, we believe diversity drives innovation. Our inclusive culture welcomes all perspectives and ideas, empowering our team to achieve great results. We are dedicated to providing diversity training that enhances your understanding and skills, preparing you for a myriad of challenges and opportunities in the agricultural sector.

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Corteva Agriscience is committed to the well-being and continuous growth of our employees. We offer competitive benefits, professional development programs, and opportunities for career advancement. By joining Corteva, you become part of a supportive network that values your contributions and helps you reach your career goals.

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Learn more about Corteva Agriscience
Size
21,000 employees
Market Cap
$42.3 billion
Industry
Food & Beverages
Net Income
$681 million
5 Year Trend
+2.4%
Revenue
$14.2 billion
NASDAQ
CTVA
* Ladders Estimates

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