CMS Settlement Supervisor - Decatur, IL

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Job Title: CMS Settlement Supervisor - Decatur, IL
Location: Decatur, IL, Midwest United States, USA

Company: Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM)
Industry Sector: Agribusiness
Industry Type: Input Retail, Cooperative and Related Crop Services
Job Type: Full Time

Job Description: Job Description

CMS Settlement Supervisor - Decatur, IL

This is a full-time Exempt position

General

The CMS Process Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily grain and freight settlement operations while ensuring accuracy, integrity, and timeliness across multiple locations. This role combines advanced technical proficiency with full supervisory responsibilities, including workload distribution, performance management, coaching, process oversight, and team engagement.

The Supervisor ensures reconciliation accuracy, identifies and resolves discrepancies, and guarantees that all settlement transactions comply with ADM policies, internal controls, and audit requirements. The role also leads team development, establishes expectations, and ensures timely completion of critical deadlines and month-end activities.

The CMS Process Supervisor partners closely with Accounting, AP/AR, Commercial, IT/MDM, and leadership across the CMS organization to maintain clean reconciliations, drive continuous improvement, and strengthen settlement processes across all supported locations.

Experience

Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred
Strong settlement, accounting, or reconciliation experience required
Advanced working knowledge of Agris, JDE, MDM, and Excel required
Supervisory, team leadership, audit, or internal controls experience preferred

Job Requirements

Strong analytical and reconciliation skills with exceptional attention to detail
Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop team members at varying skill levels
Strong communication skills, able to communicate with technical and non-technical partners
Demonstrated ability to manage priorities, delegate work, and meet strict deadlines, especially during month-end
Ability to troubleshoot complex discrepancies and document root-cause findings
Comfortable working across multiple system interfaces
Familiarity with NGFA Trade Rules preferred

Responsibilities Supervisory Leadership & People Management

Participate in and lead the interview and selection process for new hires and contractors.
Recommend hiring decisions and assist in selecting qualified candidates.
Conduct or contribute to performance evaluations, provide learning opportunities, coach employees, and manage underperformance.
Recommend merit, performance ratings, and promotional opportunities to the Manager.
Provide feedback and documentation related to disciplinary actions and partner with leadership as needed.
Possess the authority to resolve employee concerns or workflow-related complaints and determine appropriate resolutions.
Define job roles, responsibilities, and skill expectations for the team.
Distribute workload, set deadlines, and establish clear performance goals.
Monitor team performance, analyze metrics, and report results to leadership.
Identify training needs, develop skill-building plans, and provide continuous coaching.
Approve time off, timecards, and overtime requests.
Encourage employee engagement by motivating team members, fostering creativity, and supporting team-building activities.

Operational Responsibilities

Oversee daily workflow and ensure timely, accurate completion of all settlement responsibilities.
Perform and review reconciliations for grain and freight settlement activity.
Identify, research, and resolve reconciling items aligned with financial systems and policies.
Ensure compliance with internal controls, ADM policies, audit standards, and documentation requirements.
Monitor system interfaces and troubleshoot complex settlement variances.
Collaborate with Accounting, AP/AR, Commercial teams, and CMS colleagues to resolve discrepancies and ensure smooth operations.
Recommend, design, and support implementation of process improvements and best practices.
Actively lead or participate in project work to define, refine, and implement scalable settlement processes.
Identify operational gaps, propose solutions, and support project teams in building sustainable improvements.

Additional Responsibilities

Approve or release wires within designated authorization limits.
Review documentation for completeness and accuracy.
Support planning, readiness, and execution of month-end close activities.
Maintain updated job aids and training materials; support continuous learning across the team.

Excited about this role but don't think you meet every requirement listed? We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

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Job Post Date: 06/27/26