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Date: May 6, 2026

Location: Johnston, Iowa, US, 50131

Company: John Deere

At John Deere, we run so life can leap forward. This powerful purpose is our promise to humankind that we will dream, design, and deliver breakthrough products that sustain our world for generations to come. The world is counting on us to feed billions of people and build vital infrastructures in villages, towns and megacities. And we live up to the legacy our founder forged in a one-room blacksmith's shop nearly two centuries ago by creating a culture that brings out the best in all of us. A culture where great ideas thrive because every voice is heard.

 

Primary Location: United States (US) - Iowa  - Johnston   
Function: Accounting and Finance (CA)

Onsite/Remote: Remote Position 

 

The ideal candidate will be on-site in Johnston, IA, but open to a remote location for the right candidate. 

Your Responsibilities

 

As an Accountant for John Deere Financial located in Johnston, IA, you will:

 

  • Be responsible for ensuring timely and accurate financial results related to the JDF Portfolio's Credit Losses by partnering closely with finance, risk, and reporting teams
  • Drive execution of and provide business counseling for the Current Expected Credit Loss (CECL) processes and results
  • Prepare documentation to support internal controls, audits, management and regulatory reporting
  • Perform account reconciliations and support monthly and quarterly close processes
  • Identify and implement process improvements to strengthen controls, documentation, and efficiency

 

VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position

 

What Skills You Need

 

  • Knowledge of US GAAP requirements
  • Experience with internal controls
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to communicate clearly and work effectively in a team environment

 

What Makes You Standout

 

  • Capabilities and experience with automation and data visualization tools

 

Education

 

Ideally you will have a degree or equivalent related work experience in the following:

 

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

 

What You'll Get

At John Deere, you are empowered to create a career that will take you to where you want to go while working in an inclusive team environment. Here, you'll enjoy the freedom to explore new projects, the support to think outside the box and the advanced tools and technology that foster innovation and achievement. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive reward package to help you get started on your new career path, including:

  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Highly competitive base pay 
  • Savings & Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Contribution)
  • Healthcare benefits with a generous company contribution in the Health Savings Account
  • Adoption assistance
  • Employee Assistance Programs
  • Tuition assistance
  • Fitness subsidies and on-site gyms at specific Deere locations
  • Charitable contribution match
  • Employee Purchase Plan & numerous discount programs for personal use
  • Vacation and Holiday Pay

 $77,628.00  - $116,436.00  + Benefits

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Must be 18 years of age or older to apply

The information contained herein is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and qualifications required of individuals performing the job. The qualifications detailed in this job description are not considered the minimum requirements necessary to perform the job, but rather as guidelines.

 

The terms of the applicable benefit plans, and all company actions administering or interpreting these plans, continue to control. Deere & Company reserves the right to suspend, amend, modify, or terminate the Plan(s) in any manner at any time, including the right to modify or eliminate any cost-sharing between the company and participants. Changes, which can be made at any time, are made by action of the company's board of directors, or to the extent authorized by resolution of its board of directors, or by the Deere & Company Compensation Committee. In the event of a conflict between the language of the official Plan Documents and this document, the language of the official Plan Documents will control.

 

 

ACA Section 1557 Nondiscrimination Notice

The John Deere Health Benefit Plans for Salaried Employees and The John Deere Benefit Plan for Wage Employees comply with applicable Federal civil rights laws and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

 


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