Accounting Lead

Aston Carter; South Dakota; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking an Accounting Supervisor to lead a high-performing accounting team, driving financial accuracy and ensuring compliance with GAAP. The role focuses on month-end close, reconciliations, and effective financial reporting across the organization.

You will mentor staff, improve processes, and partner with other departments to provide actionable financial insights. A hands-on leader with strong GAAP and GL expertise will thrive in this collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years progressive accounting experience.
• 2+ years of leadership or supervisory experience.
• Strong General Ledger accounting experience.
• High-volume reconciliations experience (bank, balance sheet, GL).
• Strong knowledge of GAAP.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting operations and ensure integrity of financial reporting.
• Supervise Accounting, Accounts Payable, and Accounts Receivable staff.
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Review journal entries and reconciliations and financial reporting packages.
• Ensure balance sheet and bank reconciliations are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Oversee vendor management and payment processes in line with policies.
• Support development of annual operating and capital budgets.
• Prepare financial reports, variance analysis, and management reporting.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

General Ledger

Month-end close

Reconciliations

Leadership

Accounts Payable

Accounts Receivable

Financial reporting

Communication

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Job Description

Accounting SupervisorLead the Team. Own the Numbers. Drive Financial Accuracy.

We're seeking an experienced Accounting Supervisor to lead a high-performing accounting team while overseeing financial operations, month-end close, reconciliations, compliance, and reporting. This role is ideal for an accounting professional who enjoys developing people, improving processes, and ensuring financial accuracy across the organization.

If you're a hands-on leader with strong General Ledger, Reconciliation, and GAAP Accounting experience, this is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a growing and collaborative environment.

What You'll Do

As the Accounting Supervisor, you'll oversee daily accounting operations while ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and compliance of the organization's financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and mentor Accounting, Accounts Payable, and Accounts Receivable personnel.
• Manage daily accounting operations and maintain the accuracy of the General Ledger.
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting packages.
• Ensure all balance sheet and bank reconciliations are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Oversee vendor management and payment processes to ensure compliance with company policies.
• Maintain compliance with state and local tax regulations, including sales, use, and property taxes.
• Assist with annual financial statement audits and provide supporting schedules and documentation.
• Support the development of annual operating and capital budgets.
• Prepare financial reports, variance analysis, and management reporting.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP standards, internal controls, and accounting policies.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and increased operational efficiency.
• Participate in hiring, training, coaching, and performance management activities.
• Foster strong working relationships across departments and provide financial support as needed.

Required QualificationsMust-Have Experience

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
• 2+ years of accounting leadership or supervisory experience
• Strong General Ledger accounting experience
• High-volume account reconciliation experience (bank, balance sheet, and general ledger reconciliations)
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles)
• Experience leading month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
• Experience preparing and reviewing financial statements.
• Strong Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable knowledge.
• Experience with financial reporting, account analysis, and journal entries.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting external audits.
• Budget preparation and financial planning experience.
• Experience maintaining and strengthening internal controls.
• Multi-entity, multi-location, retail, manufacturing, distribution, or service-industry accounting experience.
• Experience identifying process improvements and accounting efficiencies.
• Advanced ERP or accounting system experience.

What Makes You Successful

You're a detail-oriented accounting leader who understands that accurate financial reporting starts with strong reconciliation practices and adherence to GAAP standards.

You enjoy mentoring others, improving processes, and ensuring that financial information is timely, accurate, and actionable. You can balance tactical accounting responsibilities with leadership duties while maintaining high standards across the team.

Why This Opportunity?

Leadership role with direct impact on accounting operations

Opportunity to develop and mentor accounting professionals

High visibility with senior leadership

Exposure to financial reporting, budgeting, audits, and strategic initiatives

Collaborative team environment focused on growth and development

Long-term career advancement opportunities

Strong emphasis on process improvement and operational excellence

Ideal Backgrounds

• Accounting Supervisor
• senior Accountant
• Accounting Manager
• General Ledger Accountant
• Financial Reporting Accountant
• Assistant Controller
• Accounting Team Lead
• Corporate Accountant