Accounting Supervisor

About the role

The Accounting Supervisor manages part of the accounting team, overseeing the calculating, posting, and verification of financial data for maintaining accounting and statistical records. This position collaborates with the Director, Accounting & Controls, for timely and accurate general accounting and financial reporting functions.

Responsibilities

• Manages General Accounting: Manages general accounting functions including cost accounting and fixed assets. Ensures compliance with GAAP/IFRS and other government regulations. Maintains accurate and timely general ledger and period-end closings. Prepares or supervises the preparation of balance sheets, profit-and-loss statements, cash flow data, and other reports for external and internal reporting.
• Maintains Compliance: Reviews or prepares asset and liability reconciliations to ensure integrity and accuracy.
• Manages AP: Manages the AP function while ensuring timely and accurate entering/matching of supplier invoices and proper timely payment to maximize cash flow. Manages the cash application function ensuring timely and proper application of payments to customer accounts. Develops policies and procedures regarding bill payment and billing investigations. Ensures proper controls measures are in place.
• Staff Management: Manages staff including personnel development, coaching, and periodic reviews, and recruiting.
• Tax Reporting: Manages income tax reporting for the annual audit and corporate reporting. Manages external tax audit activities and other tax initiatives. Oversees sales & use tax tracking and filing ensuring timely payment.
• Audit: Integral team member in managing Year-End Audit process. Assists outside auditors during interim and year-end audits by preparing and reviewing audit schedules, providing appropriate supporting materials, and preparing additional data as needed.
• Internal Controls: Recommends, designs, and implements internal controls and continuous improvements based on department objectives. Consults with Director, Accounting & Controls, regarding policy decisions, major expenditures, and unusual problems. Seeks opportunities to contribute to business success through proactive involvement in team initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA/CMA/MBA a plus.
• 8+ years of relevant experience in Accounting or Finance, with previous managerial experience.
• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and strong technical and accounting skills.
• Excellent computer skills (MS Office suite, advanced Excel required, experience with Oracle and OneStream preferred).
• Strong organizational skills and detail-oriented.
• Proven ability to manage and prioritize work to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently, adapt to new systems, and collaborate cross-functionally.
• Proven ability to identify opportunities and drive results.
• Developed customer/colleague relationship skills with strong service orientation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 8+ years of relevant experience in Accounting or Finance.
• CPA/CMA/MBA preferred.

Skills

• Accounting Software: Advanced Excel, Oracle, OneStream.
• Financial Reporting: GAAP/IFRS, Balance Sheets, Profit-and-Loss Statements.
• Internal Controls: Design, Implementation, Continuous Improvement.
• Auditing: Preparation, Review, Schedules, Supporting Materials.
• Team Collaboration: Integral Team Member, Collaborate Cross-Functionally.
• Customer Service: Developed Relationship Skills, Service Orientation.

Benefits

Best-in-class health benefits (medical, dental, vision)

160 hours paid time off (combination of PTO and Employee Safe and Sick Time accruals - MN Based Employees)

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