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Accounting Supervisor

SNI Companies
Downers Grove, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 7/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/22/2026

SNI Companies is seeking a collaborative and experienced Accounting Supervisor to oversee day-to-day accounting operations in our fast-paced aerospace and defense manufacturing organization. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on accounting leader who enjoys developing teams, improving processes, and ensuring financial accuracy in a highly regulated environment.


In this role, you will lead a team of accounting professionals, drive operational excellence, and play a key role in maintaining compliance with government contracting regulations while supporting the company's continued growth.


Key Responsiblities:

  • Lead and oversee daily accounting operations, including the general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cost accounting functions.
  • Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of six accounting professionals, including one Accountant, three Specialists, and two Paraprofessionals.
  • Manage weekly cash forecasting, vendor payment processing, and customer collections.
  • Coordinate and support monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial close activities.
  • Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
  • Assist with annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning initiatives.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable government contracting regulations, including FAR, DFARS, ITAR, and other regulatory requirements.
  • Maintain and enhance internal controls to support financial integrity and audit readiness.
  • Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, increase efficiencies, and strengthen financial reporting.
  • Partner with cross-functional leaders to support operational and strategic business initiatives.
  • Coordinate internal and external audit activities and provide required documentation.


Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
  • CPA or CMA certification preferred.
  • 5–7 years of progressive accounting experience.
  • 2–3 years of experience leading and developing accounting teams.
  • Strong manufacturing accounting experience is required.
  • Experience within aerospace, defense, or government contracting environments is highly preferred.
  • Thorough understanding of GAAP, cost accounting, and financial reporting.
  • Experience working with ERP systems; Microsoft Dynamics 365 experience is preferred.
  • Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
  • Demonstrated leadership, communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills.

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Salary : $115,000 - $130,000

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