Accounting Supervisor

Ledgent; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Job summary

Ledgent in Houston represents an HR services client seeking an Accounting Supervisor for a direct-hire role. The position offers a hybrid work schedule after training (2 days in office, 3 days WFH). The ideal candidate has 1–2 years of supervisory accounting experience or is a Senior Accountant ready to advance.

Salary range is $95–$105K plus bonus. Bachelor's degree in Accounting required; CPA and/or public accounting background preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including strong general ledger, financial reporting, and month end close background.
• 1-2 years of supervisory/management experience in general ledger accounting.
• Demonstrated GAAP proficiency, including the ability to research and apply guidance to moderately complex accounting matters.
• Experience with Workday or a comparable ERP; strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• CPA and/or public accounting experience preferred.
• Experience supporting external audits and tax consultants, including preparation and review of PBCs, reconciliations, and compliance documentation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate assigned monthly close activities by preparing and reviewing journal entries, monitoring close timelines, and ensuring accuracy and completeness across higher risk areas.
• Prepare and review financial statements and subsidiary or acquisition reporting packages, including supporting schedules and management reporting.
• Research and resolve complex accounting issues, interpret applicable GAAP guidance, and escalated matters requiring higher level review.
• Support acquisition accounting and Workday initiatives by reviewing reporting packages, recording monthly activity, and assisting with system transitions and process updates.
• Prepare and review complex balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring reconciling items are investigated, documented, and resolved promptly.
• Coordinate income and property tax activities with external consultants, including annual payments, returns, and compliance documentation.
• Support external financial and tax audits by managing audit requests, reviewing documentation, and ensuring alignment with general ledger activity and internal controls.
• Provide daily supervision and guidance to accounting staff, assigning work to support close deadlines, department priorities, and development goals.
• Review staff work for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Deliver coaching, training, and process improvement recommendations to support employee development and enhance accounting operations.

Skills

Supervisory experience

GAAP proficiency

Financial reporting

Month-end close

Analytical skills

Excel

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Workday

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Our client, an HR services company located in West Houston/Energy corridor area of Houston, is looking for an Accounting Supervisor on a direct hire basis. This company works a hybrid work schedule after training will 2 days in office and 3 days WFH! This is a great opportunity for someone that has 1-2 years of accounting supervisory experience or a Senior Accountant ready to take the next step in their career!

Job duties:

• Coordinate assigned monthly close activities by preparing and reviewing journal entries, monitoring close timelines, and ensuring accuracy and completeness across higher risk areas.
• Prepare and review financial statements and subsidiary or acquisition reporting packages, including supporting schedules and management reporting.
• Research and resolve complex accounting issues, interpret applicable GAAP guidance, and escalated matters requiring higher level review.
• Support acquisition accounting and Workday initiatives by reviewing reporting packages, recording monthly activity, and assisting with system transitions and process updates.
• Prepare and review complex balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring reconciling items are investigated, documented, and resolved promptly.
• Coordinate income and property tax activities with external consultants, including annual payments, returns, and compliance documentation.
• Support external financial and tax audits by managing audit requests, reviewing documentation, and ensuring alignment with general ledger activity and internal controls.
• Provide daily supervision and guidance to accounting staff, assigning work to support close deadlines, department priorities, and development goals.
• Review staff work for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Deliver coaching, training, and process improvement recommendations to support employee development and enhance accounting operations.

Key Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including strong general ledger, financial reporting, and month end close background.
• 1-2 years of supervisory/management experience in general ledger accounting required
• Demonstrated GAAP proficiency, including the ability to research and apply guidance to moderately complex accounting matters.
• Experience with Workday or a comparable ERP; strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Advanced analytical and problem solving ability with the capacity to resolve complex accounting issues and support cross functional inquiries.
• Experience supporting external audits and tax consultants, including preparation and review of PBCs, reconciliations, and compliance documentation.
• Supervisory or team lead experience, with the ability to review work, coach staff, and support performance development.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills working with cross functional teams, auditors, and leadership.
• Process improvement mindset, with the ability to identify recurring issues and recommend enhancements.
• CPA and/or public accounting experience preferred.

Salary range is $95-105K + bonus. HYBRID work schedule!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.