Accounting Supervisor

Embark Recruiting Solutions; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Embark Recruiting Solutions is representing a well-established organization in the Columbus area seeking an Accounting Supervisor to lead core accounting operations and mentor junior staff. This role focuses on accurate financial reporting across multiple entities and process improvements.

The ideal candidate has a CPA or MBA, 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, strong US GAAP knowledge, and advanced Excel; experience with QuickBooks is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP.
• Experience supervising or mentoring junior staff.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Hands-on experience with QuickBooks.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to interact effectively at all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage general accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and tax-related activities.
• Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements for multiple business entities, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Perform and supervise general ledger accounting activities.
• Evaluate current accounting practices and procedures; recommend and implement process improvements.
• Lead and mentor 1–2 junior accounting staff members.
• Perform ad hoc financial analysis and special projects as requested by management.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Excel proficiency

Team leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA or MBA preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

QuickBooks

Job description

Our client, a well‑established organization in the Columbus area, is seeking an Accounting Supervisor to join their team. This role will oversee core accounting operations, support process improvements, and supervise junior staff while ensuring accurate financial reporting across multiple entities.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage general accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and tax‑related activities
• Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements for multiple business entities, ensuring accuracy and completeness
• Perform and supervise general ledger accounting activities
• Evaluate current accounting practices and procedures; recommend and implement process improvements
• Lead and mentor 1–2 junior accounting staff members
• Perform ad hoc financial analysis and special projects as requested by management

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA or MBA preferred)
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP
• Experience supervising or mentoring junior staff
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Hands‑on experience with QuickBooks
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to interact effectively at all levels of the organization

Why This Opportunity?

• Leadership responsibility with room for professional growth
• Exposure to multi‑entity accounting
• Stable organization with an immediate need