Accounting Supervisor

Location: Springfield, Missouri Posted: 10/10/2025 Location Name: Positronic

Wage Max: 85,000.00 Wage Min: 75,000.00

Title: Accounting Supervisor

Summary

Reporting to the Business Unit Controller, the Accounting Supervisor manages the daily operations of the accounting department, ensuring accurate financial reporting and adherence to internal controls and accounting standards. This role oversees the accounting team, provides guidance on complex accounting issues, and supports the timely and accurate completion of month-end and year-end close activities.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate daily accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and cost accounting activities.
• Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reports prepared by team members to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Load monthly and quarterly data into the consolidation software and prepare supporting schedules as required.
• Prepare consolidated financial statements with consideration for multi-currency environments.
• Develop and implement standardized financial reporting procedures and best practices.
• Analyze components of the financial statements, ensuring consistent classification and application across income statement and balance sheet accounts.
• Support the preparation and analysis of annual budgets and financial forecasts.
• Train, mentor, and evaluate the performance of accounting team members to ensure continued development and effectiveness.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to support budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis efforts.
• Investigate and explain financial variances, recommending corrective actions or solutions.
• Conduct research and apply GAAP to ensure accurate and compliant financial reporting.
• Maintain thorough documentation and process guidelines for accounting procedures.
• Support the Controller with ad hoc financial reporting and special projects as needed.
• Demonstrate reliable attendance and contribute to a positive work environment.
• Adhere to all safety and health policies, actively supporting a safe workplace.
• Collaborate with the EHS team to ensure compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations (e.g., OSHA, NFPA, DNR, EPA) and support sustainability practices.
• Work with the Quality department to maintain standards necessary for AS9100 certification.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
  
  

Requirements

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• Minimum of 4 years of accounting experience.
• 1 year in a supervisory or lead role.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ability to meet deadlines.
  
  

Physical

• Primarily sedentary role with occasional standing, walking, bending, or reaching.
• May lift up to 20 pounds occasionally.
• Frequent use of computer, keyboard, and standard office equipment.
  
  

Working Conditions

Work is primarily office based with rare exposure to dust, chemicals, and noise if moving through production zones.

Competencies

Knowledge

• Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, and general ledger processes.
• Familiarity with accounting and finance systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite).
• Knowledge of standard costing and accounting in a manufacturing environment (preferred).
• Knowledge of how to develop and manage financial plans.
  
  

Skills

• Skilled at reviewing and validating financial data accurately.
• Clear written and verbal communication with team members and leadership.
• Skilled in using spreadsheets for data analysis and reporting.
• Can manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines effectively.
• Skilled in using spreadsheets for data analysis and reporting.
  
  

Abilities

• Ability to analyze and interpret financial statements.
• Ability to collaborate across departments.
• Ability to identify and resolve discrepancies independently.