Accounting Supervisor

Job Summary

The Operational Accounting Supervisor plays a critical role in bridging the gap between the company's operational activities and its financial reporting functions. This position oversees the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable teams, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant financial transactions. The role requires strong leadership, process management, and communication skills to support both internal teams and external stakeholders.

Reporting Structure

Reports to: Controller or Assistant Controller

Supervises: All Accounts Payable Clerks and All Accounts Receivable Accountants

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Accounts Receivable

- Serve as hiring and staffing manager for Accounts Receivable Accountant positions.

- Oversee timely and accurate customer billing, daily transportation report reconciliation, and monthly sales journal reconciliation.

- Provide backup support for billing and sales journal processes.

Accounts Payable

- Serve as hiring and staffing manager for Accounts Payable Clerk positions.

- Ensure timely vendor invoice entry, weekly pay run processing, and manage invoice approval workflows.

- Provide backup support for Accounts Payable Clerks.

- Accounting & Compliance

- Record month-end accruals for Accounts Payable and freight.

- Reconcile GR/IR Clearing Account and sales tax-related accounts monthly.

- Calculate, record, and report Sales and Use Tax; prepare and submit filings after review.

- Manage data integrity and workflows in Concur Invoice and Concur Expense systems.

Supervisory & Leadership Responsibilities

- Manage daily workflow and task delegation for direct reports.

- Create schedules and monitor team performance.

- Set individual goals aligned with company vision and operational objectives.

- Recommend personnel actions based on performance evaluations.

Cross-Functional Support

- Collaborate with the Controller and Assistant Controller on operational and general ledger matters.

- Assist with special projects and ad hoc reporting.

- Contribute to company-wide goals and initiatives as directed by leadership.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field required. CPA or CMA preferred.

Experience & Skills

Minimum 5 years of accounting experience with operational interface in an industrial or corporate environment.

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

SAP experience is highly desirable.

Excellent communication skills with both internal teams and external partners.

Demonstrated initiative and problem-solving ability.

Strong time management and organizational skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

Work Environment

Office-based role with occasional travel to operational sites as needed.

Standard physical requirements for office work (e.g., sitting, computer use).

We offer competitive pay, great benefits, bonus pay, and a retirement plan with a 6% match. Post-offer screening required, EOE.