Accounting Supervisor (Healthcare)

About the role

SVA is seeking a Supervisor for its Small Business Accounting team, based onsite in either Brookfield, WI or Madison, WI. The role offers the chance to work across multiple industries with a focus on Healthcare clients (medical, dental, and veterinary practices), engage in client‑facing interactions, and mentor junior staff. SVA is certified as a Great Place to Work® and participates in E‑Verify.

Supervision and Leadership (≈ 50 %)

• Assign work to staff members based on their knowledge and capabilities.
• Participate in training staff; provide guidance, direction, and constructive feedback on work papers in accordance with generally accepted standards.
• Review significant accounting or taxation matters with the In‑Charge.
• Conduct timely, meaningful staff reviews.
• Lead team projects that require input from multiple staff members.
• Leverage diversity and inclusion by considering each team member’s unique background, capabilities, and contributions.
• Encourage involvement and participation by all team members.

Client Work (≈ 40 %)

• Coordinate engagement phases, including staff requirements, job planning, and scheduling with the manager or principal.
• Lead and complete all aspects of assigned audits, reviews, tax returns, and/or compilations.
• Study and evaluate client internal controls; prepare or review work programs and time budgets, focusing on minimizing tax obligations.
• Review financial statements, notes, schedules, management letters, and tax returns for discussion with the client and In‑Charge.
• Prepare for, schedule, and lead client meetings; discuss audit, review, and tax matters with clients.
• Assist with monthly billings as requested.
• Maintain confidentiality of client information in accordance with laws, regulations, and SVA policies.
• Ensure duties are performed efficiently, typically 55 hours/week during busy season (including weekends) and 40‑45 hours/week during non‑busy season.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Professional and Personal Development (≈ 10 %)

• Work with a mentor to develop a career path.
• Broaden involvement with external associations to promote SVA.
• Participate in SVA and community events, professional, civic, or charitable organizations.
• Utilize internal and external learning opportunities.
• Refine supervisory skills.
• Educate and train others on business and client processes.
• Serve as a mentor to interns, staff accountants, and/or senior staff accountants.
• Be regarded as a leader in the group, displaying active, positive participation in meetings.
• Develop and deliver training, presentations, and articles for internal and/or external audiences.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field (required).
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years in public accounting (required).
• Professional Certification: CPA, EA, or equivalent certification (preferred).