Accounting Supervisor

Job description:

The Accounting Leader leads the AR & AP team generally within business unit or a site.

The Accounting Leader ensures the accurate processing, compilation, analysis, and reporting of accounting data. Develops, implements, and maintains systems, policies and procedures. Generates forecasts and analyzes trends within A/R & A/P function. Regular contacts with departmental staff, division controllers and accounting staff. Supervise efforts of A/P & A/R clerks.

JOB CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:

* The Accounting Leader will manage the accuracy in reporting and compliance with General Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)and other accounting policies.

* The Accounting Leader manages AR & AP within a business unit and develops accounting staff to meet team targets, along with reviewing industry trends for updates.

* Prepares, records, analyzes and reports accounting transactions.

* Ensures internal controls are in place and functioning, as intended.

* Ensures accuracy and completeness of A/P & A/R subledgers and ensures compliance and alignment with company policies.

* Develops, implements, and maintains systems, policies and procedures.

* Manages staff selection, performance, development and training processes to ensure team competencies, and capabilities to reach the business goals and expectations.

Other responsibilities as assigned:

* Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance.

* Regular, consistent and punctual attendance is required. May need to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) and additional hours as necessary.

* Ensure compliance with corporate objectives and systems for accounting, payables, and receivables.

* Conduct analysis of accounting systems and procedures inclusive of problem diagnosis and corrective action recommendations.

* May assist in the preparation of financial statements, reviews, budgets, forecasts, and analysis.

* Participate, coordinate and review month-end and year end closings and governmental reports and forms submittal as assigned.

* Train, develop, assist and instruct subordinate employees according to company policy and sound employee relations.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

Education: (REQUIRED) - Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent field of study

Years Experience: min 5+ years of account receivable and accounts payable experience (must have) and 3+ years of manufacturing experience (must have)

Skills:

* Thorough understanding and experience of standard accounting concepts, practices and procedures.

* Knowledge of accounting, financial reporting and financial analysis acquired through related work experience in increasingly complex roles.

* Experience with accounts payable and receivable processing in a manufacturing environment.

* 1-2 years supervisory experience desired.

* Strong team development and management skills to enable the creation of a highly capable Finance and Accounting team.

* Strong analytical and independent problem-solving skills to evaluate financial results, projections and datamining.

* Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to explains complex information to others in straightforward situations; excellent interpersonal skills to drive task to completion.

* Proficient with Microsoft Office applications and database management tools.

* Additional Information Regarding Job Duties and Job Descriptions

* Job duties include additional responsibilities as assigned by one"s supervisor or other manager related to the position/department.