Accounting Supervisor

CandleScience; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supplier of candle making supplies is seeking an experienced Accounting Supervisor to join their agile finance team. This hands-on role involves managing day-to-day accounting functions, overseeing financial operations, and collaborating across departments to ensure data accuracy. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of GAAP and accounting best practices, along with excellent Excel skills. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a growing company committed to sustainability and creativity.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Employer match for retirement contributions

Liberal vacation policies

Technology stipends

Gym memberships

Company-paid life insurance

Employee assistance program

Paid time off

Referral program

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• 3+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Experience in a small business or entrepreneurial environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage general ledger and month-end close.
• Oversee Accounts Payable processes.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.

Skills

GAAP

Accounting

Problem Solving

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA

Tools

SageIntacct

Cashflow360

Excel

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About CandleScience:

CandleScience is a leading supplier of candle making supplies dedicated to sustainability, creativity, and supporting small businesses and makers. We're known for our high-quality products, commitment to excellent customer service, and mission to make a positive impact. We're currently seeking a proactive and experienced Accounting Supervisor to join our small but agile finance team.

About CandleScience:

CandleScience is a leading supplier of candle making supplies dedicated to sustainability, creativity, and supporting small businesses and makers. We're known for our high-quality products, commitment to excellent customer service, and mission to make a positive impact. We're currently seeking a proactive and experienced Accounting Supervisor to join our small but agile finance team.

Position Summary:

This is a hands-on accounting role ideal for someone who enjoys variety and autonomy in their work. Reporting directly to the CFO, the Accounting Supervisor will perform day-to-day accounting functions and also take ownership of key financial operations and review the work of our Accountant Clerk. You'll work closely with other team members across departments to ensure the accuracy and integrity of our financial data and reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

Core Accounting Duties:

• Manage general ledger and month-end close, including journal entries, accruals, and adjustments
• Oversee Accounts Payable processes; ensure timely and accurate transactions and communications with vendors
• Review and correct GL expense coding as needed
• Administer company cards and monitor spending
• Maintain daily cash forecasts and support monthly cash reconciliations
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports
• Ensure compliance with sales tax, franchise tax, and corporate income tax filings
• Support annual audits and provide required documentation
  
  

Operational & Strategic Support:

• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
• Maintain product cost data and reconcile inventory and COGS
• Conduct product margin reviews and collaborate on pricing decisions
• Drive process improvements and enhance internal controls
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (operations, supply chain, e-commerce) to ensure data accuracy and alignment
• Provide financial insights and ad hoc reporting to leadership
  
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA preferred
• 3+ years of progressive accounting experience; experience in a small business or entrepreneurial environment preferred
• Strong understanding of GAAP and accounting best practices
• Proficiency with accounting systems (e.g., SageIntacct, Cashflow360/Bill.com, or similar)
• Excellent Excel skills and experience with financial reporting tools
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities independently
• Strong problem-solving skills and a collaborative mindset.
  
  

To Apply: Please submit your resume along with a short Cover Letter telling us why you would be a good fit for this position.

Benefits:

Big company benefits with small company culture! We provide comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with low deductibles. All employees receive employer match for retirement contributions of up to 3% of annual earnings. We have liberal vacation policies and offer additional benefits including technology stipends, gym memberships, and company-paid life insurance.

• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
  
  

About Us:

CandleScience develops and sells candle and soap making supplies. Our customers vary in size from candle and soap entrepreneurs to seasonal hobbyists. We began in 2003 as a two-person startup, and have become the market leader in the industry.

We work hard to develop natural and safe products that push the boundaries of candle and soap making. Our success is a result of our focus on web development, product development, and operations.

For More About Us:

www.candlescience.com/about

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CandleScience and the Science of Candle Making | https://www.avery.com/blog/customer-spotlight-candlescience/

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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