Accounting Supervisor - Decatur, IL

Illinois Ag; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 78,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

GBS Finance Services in Decatur, IL, is seeking an Accounting Supervisor to lead monthly accounting under US GAAP and support SOX control initiatives. The role partners with BU Finance and cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial records and process improvements.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in accounting and 5+ years of accounting experience, with strong analytical, communication, and team collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
• 5+ years of accounting experience.
• Strong analytical abilities and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication across levels of management.
• Self-motivated with attention to detail and independence.
• Ability to contribute in a fast-moving team environment.

Responsibilities

• Complete and review monthly accounting work per US GAAP.
• Review and update SOX controls and process flows.
• Provide insight and analysis into financial results with business partners.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Review and approve work performed by accounting staff.
• Perform quarterly analyses and reporting.
• Collaborate with plant management and finance teams.

Skills

5+ years accounting

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Self-motivated

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Hyperion Financial Management (HFM)

ERP systems

Job description

Accounting Supervisor - Decatur, IL

GBS Finance Services

This is an exempt level position.

Position Summary

Accounting Supervisors at ADM have a high level of understanding of accounting systems and processes and should be considered highly knowledgeable in assigned areas. They have strong ability to prepare, review, and supervise accounting records, including financial statements and other financial reports, to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to standards defined within the department. They must demonstrate self-confidence in dealing with management at various levels and various administrative, commercial, and operations areas as applicable. They should demonstrate ability to support projects through to completion. The Accounting Supervisor will work with BU Finance and other internal teams to ensure accounting records for ADM are accurate. They have the responsibility to ensure work prepared by him/her and their respective team is done with increasing efficiency and effectiveness by standardizing, simplifying, centralizing, and installing a service mindset to become a strategic partner to the business.

Job Responsibilities

• Complete and review monthly accounting work per US GAAP guidelines and perform relevant analysis
• Complete annual review/revision of Key Financial Controls (SOX requirements) and process flows and work to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of internal controls
• Work with relevant business partners to provide insight and analysis into financial results
• Review, prepare, and analyze financial statements and/or supporting schedules
• Review and approve work performed by accounting staff
• Ability to perform quarterly analysis and reporting
• Working with all levels of plant management as well as commercial and finance colleagues

Required Skills

• Bachelor's degree in accounting
• 5+ years of accounting experience
• Strong analytical abilities, initiative, problem solving skills and communication is a must
• Strong oral and communication skills as well as the ability to interface with various levels of management
• Self-motivated with the ability to make independent decisions, attention to detail is a must
• Ability to contribute in a fast moving team environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with Hyperion Financial Management (HFM) and large ERP systems a plus

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting.
• 5+ years of accounting experience

Required Experience

• Experience with monthly accounting work based on US GAAP guidelines
• CPA, similar professional certification preferred but not required

Physical Requirements

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards
• Standard office safety regulations

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

IncludingYouDiversity, 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 welcome everyone to apply. We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, language, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law