Accounting Operation Supervisor

TriOptus LLC; Urbandale (IA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 149,000; Part time

Job summary

TriOptus LLC is seeking an Accounting Operations Supervisor in Urbandale, IA for a ~6‑month contract with potential conversion. The role prioritizes team leadership, coaching, and cross-functional collaboration across AP/AR and billing functions.

Hybrid schedule requires onsite presence about 6 days per month, with a start targeting October. Ideal candidates have 5+ years in accounting/finance, demonstrated leadership ability, and strong communication skills to drive performance in a high-volume

Qualifications

• 5+ years accounting or finance experience.
• Experience leading or coaching a team in accounting/finance operations.
• Ability to assign and review work and manage priorities.
• Strong communication with internal/external stakeholders.
• Proven problem-solving and process-improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and develop a 10–12 person team with coaching and feedback.
• Direct workflow to maintain productivity and timely processing.
• Communicate with internal/external partners and document guidance.
• Implement process changes to improve efficiency and controls.
• Support month-end activities in a high-volume environment.
• Collaborate with AP/AR teams and cross-functional partners.

Skills

Team leadership

Coaching

Communication

Problem-solving

Time management

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Oracle

Workday

Teams

Zoom

SharePoint

Job description

Accounting Operations Supervisor - Hiring Manager Notes

• Openings: 3 positions | Location: Urbandale, IA | Contract: ~6 months with potential conversion.
• Schedule: Daytime hours, flexible start/end between approximately 7 AM-5 PM; no regular evenings/weekends. Overtime may be available if needed during the contract.
• Hybrid: 6 days/month onsite - 1 day one week, 2 days the next, repeating (1-2-1-2). Employees come in with their assigned team.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years accounting or finance experience. Degree is not required. Formal supervisory experience is preferred but not required if the candidate can demonstrate coaching/mentoring/team leadership.
• Leadership focus: Hiring manager prioritizes team leadership over deep/full-cycle accounting expertise. Strong AP/AR leadership is acceptable; full-cycle accounting is not required.
• Team: Leads approximately 10-12 employees across different levels, including Senior Accountants, Staff Accountant I and Staff Accountant II.
• Core responsibilities: Workflow management, productivity, goal setting, KPI/performance monitoring, coaching, issue resolution, time management, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Team structure: Teams support Accounts Receivable, Direct Bill/Commissions Application, and Accounts Payable functions.
• Global collaboration: Works closely with teams in India; international team-management/collaboration experience is a plus.
• Month-end: High-volume environment requiring strong prioritization, communication and ability to resolve issues quickly.
• Systems/Tools: Excel, Power BI, Oracle, Workday, Teams, Zoom, SharePoint. Power BI and Oracle experience are strong pluses.
• Process transition: Role supports centralizing an existing highly manual process and improving technology/process efficiency. Staffing needs may evolve as the transition progresses.
• Key qualities: Communication, problem-solving, coaching, leadership, time management and ability to drive teams.
• Interview: 2 rounds. First with one manager; second with another manager or panel. Face-to-face is preferred when practical, but interviews may be virtual.
• Start: Targeting October/November. Hiring manager wants to begin interviews around the week of October 5. Strong candidates may receive an offer immediately after the two-round process rather than waiting for all candidates.
• Important: Candidates should include any interview availability/work schedule conflicts on their resume to help scheduling.

Job Description:

Role Summary:

• The Accounting Operations Supervisor leads a team of accounting operations professionals to deliver accurate, timely, and controlled transaction processing and accounting support.
• This role sets clear expectations, manages weekly execution, and drives impactful process improvements that strengthen performance and the control environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and develop a team through coaching, guidance, and mentorship; set clear expectations and goals; monitor and evaluate performance.
• Lead, direct, and review work to maintain workflow and productivity, including assigning tasks based on skills and expertise and providing clear instructions and feedback.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external partners, adapting communication style to audience and situation.
• Explain and reinforce policies, practices, and procedures within the area of responsibility; provide guidance to ensure understanding and compliance.
• Make impactful adjustments to procedures and processes to solve problems; analyze current processes and apply process improvement methodologies to enhance effectiveness.
• Solve complex operational issues by applying critical thinking, using experience, and analyzing broader impacts and the intent behind operating principles.
• Drive operational performance by setting targets, prioritizing work, monitoring results, and taking action to ensure goals are met and department outcomes are improved.

Required Qualifications:

• 5 plus years of professional experience in accounting or finance
• Experience leading and coaching a team in an accounting operations, finance operations, or transaction-processing environment.
• Demonstrated ability to assign/review work, manage priorities, and deliver weekly operational objectives.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain policies/procedures clearly and work effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proven problem-solving ability, including analyzing issues with broader operational impacts and implementing process changes.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related fields.
• Experience driving process improvement initiatives.
• Familiarity with controlled financial operations environments.

Note:

• Lead a team of approximately 10 to 12 colleagues.
• Responsible for workflow management, prioritization, and monitoring team performance.
• Set goals, provide coaching, and serve as a support resource for the team.
• Partner and collaborate with multiple internal stakeholder groups.
• Experience working with and supporting teams in other countries is preferred.
• Act as a subject matter expert (SME) and escalation point for questions and issue resolution.
• Support high-volume activities during month-end close.
• Dedicated Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) teams are in place to provide additional support.
• Prior people leadership or supervisory experience.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage priorities in a high-volume environment.
• Comfortable collaborating across global teams.
• Accounting operations background with experience supporting month-end activities.
• Accounting Operations (3)
• Duration: 6 months
• Bill Rate: $61.88
• Schedule/Hours: 8:00 - 5:00 (1 hour lunch)
• Hybrid: 1 day one week; 2 days next week (6x a month)
• Contract-to-hire: Yes
• Interview Process: 2 rounds of interviews
• Target Start Date: October
• Education: No degree
• Experience: 5 years of finance or accounting experience

Supporting Applications:

• Teams
• Excel
• Workday (preferred)
• Oracle (nice to have)
• Additional Details:

Top 3 qualities, skills, or experience:

• Communication
• Problem Solving Skills
• Coaching