Accounting Supervisor Job Description

The accounting supervisor is responsible for supervising and managing the daily activities of an accountant.

An accounting supervisor typically keeps records of the company’s transactions, including accounts receivable and payable and inventory.

The accounting supervisor also prepares and reviews financial statements and budgets.

The accounting supervisor’s responsibilities include reviewing invoices and bank statements; ensuring that records are properly organized; and ensuring that employees follow established accounting procedures.

The accounting supervisor ensures that the company’s accounting records are kept up-to-date and that the financial status of the company can be analyzed.

The accounting supervisor also ensures that the company’s financial documents are in accordance with state laws and industry standards.

Job Brief:

We’re looking for an Accounting Supervisor to lead our accounting team and oversee all financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have experience in both corporate and public accounting, and will be a CPA.

Accounting Supervisor Duties:

• Identifies and analyzes accounting and financial data; identifies trends, problems, and opportunities; and provides recommendations for action
• Provides strong leadership and management to subordinate employees
• Tracks, monitors, and analyzes internal and outside accounting practices and procedures
• Control budget expenditures
• Maintain and oversee accounts receivable and accounts payable departments
• Ensure accounting practices are adhered to by team members
• Conducts financial analyses
• Monitor and oversee accounting practices
• Advise management on cost controls
• Review financial statements and reports
• Ensure compliance with regulations
• Manage the internal audit process

Accounting Supervisor Responsibilities:

• Manage and direct daily accounting activities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, credit, and payroll
• Oversee inventory and capital asset tracking and reconciliation
• Oversee retirement and tax compliance
• Monitor departmental budget
• Oversee the reconciliation of general ledger accounts, including the creation of journal entries and reconciliation of general ledger accounts with general ledger accounts
• Implement and maintain accounting policies and procedures
• Make recommendations to upper management on enhancing processes, procedures, and internal controls
• Control costs through material purchasing, negotiation of vendor contracts, and participation in on-site meetings
• Execute financial tasks as assigned

Requirements And Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field
• 3+ years of experience in accounting supervisory role
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, financial statements, and generally accepted methods of preparing and analyzing financial statements
• Experience with payroll and accounts payable systems
• Ability to develop and manage

At [Company Name], we are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We encourage applications from people of all races, religions, national origins, genders, and ages, as well as veterans and individuals.