Accounting Supervisor

Peoplelink, LLC; Guntown (MS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

401K

Profit sharing

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Peoplelink Staffing, in partnership with a prominent Lee County, MS business, seeks an Accounting Supervisor in Guntown to oversee and mentor the accounting team, manage month-end close, and prepare financial reports. The role demands GAAP expertise, strong Excel skills, and the ability to collaborate across production and operations to drive cost efficiency.

This salaried position offers full benefits, 401(k), and potential profit sharing as part of a contract-to-hire arrangement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and mentor accounting team members, providing guidance, training, and performance management.
• Oversee daily accounting operations including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger, and Payroll support.
• Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes.
• Prepare and review financial statements and management reports.
• Analyze manufacturing costs, inventory valuation, labor costs, and overhead allocations.
• Monitor and reconcile inventory transactions and assist with physical inventory counts.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain and improve internal controls and accounting procedures.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.
• Support external audits, tax preparation, and reporting requirements.
• Partner with production, operations, purchasing, and leadership teams to improve financial performance.
• Investigate variances and provide recommendations for cost savings and process improvements.
• Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial data for accuracy.

Skills

Leadership / team supervision

GAAP knowledge

Analytical skills

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Accounting Supervisor
Administrative & Clerical Guntown , Mississippi Contract to Hire Sep 22, 2026

Peoplelink Staffing, in partnership with a prominent business in the Lee County MS area is seeking an Accounting Supervisor to join their team! This customer is offering a wide range of perks such as full benefits, 401K, and profit sharing!

Accounting Supervisor Job Summary:

Pay: Salaried

Shifts Available:1st shift M-F

• Supervise and mentor accounting team members, providing guidance, training, and performance management.
• Oversee daily accounting operations including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger, and Payroll support.
• Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes.
• Prepare and review financial statements and management reports.
• Analyze manufacturing costs, inventory valuation, labor costs, and overhead allocations.
• Monitor and reconcile inventory transactions and assist with physical inventory counts.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain and improve internal controls and accounting procedures.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.
• Support external audits, tax preparation, and reporting requirements.
• Partner with production, operations, purchasing, and leadership teams to improve financial performance.
• Investigate variances and provide recommendations for cost savings and process improvements.
• Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial data for accuracy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of cost accounting, inventory accounting, and manufacturing financial processes.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

Why Peoplelink Staffing?

Medical, Dental, Vision & Life insurance available

401k available after reaching hours worked requirement

Peoplelink Staffing, a leader in the staffing industry for the past 33 years, continues our vision of ‘linking’ communities through employment. Peoplelink Staffing’s dedication to the safety, health & well-being of our associates, clients and communities remains our #1 priority. Peoplelink, LLC is proud to be an EEOE, M/F/D/V, and we are committed to diversity both in practice and spirit at all levels of the organization.
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