Accounting Supervisor

Jobot; Simsbury (CT); On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an Accounting Supervisor for a manufacturing/AD&Close, Controls & Process Improvement role. The position oversees core accounting operations, mentors staff, and partners with cross‑functional teams to strengthen internal controls.

The role emphasizes GAAP compliance, a hands‑on approach to the close, and leadership of a high‑performing team. CPA- track preferred and public accounting background is a plus. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 5–7+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience (direct or indirect).
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal controls.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• CPA or CPA-track preferred.
• Public accounting background is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, and financials.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal controls.
• Oversee general ledger activity, accruals, and estimates.
• Support audit activities (internal & external).
• Supervise, train, and develop accounting staff.
• Identify and implement process improvements and efficiencies.
• Partner cross‑functionally to support reporting and financial analysis.

Skills

GAAP

Leadership

Advanced Excel

CPA or CPA-track

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

Accounting Supervisor | Manufacturing/A&D | Close, Controls & Process Improvement

Salary: $95,000 - $115,000 per year

A bit about us

We are partnering with a well-established, growth-oriented organization seeking an Accounting Supervisor to oversee core accounting operations and lead a high-performing team. This is a high-visibility role with direct impact on financial reporting, internal controls, and process improvements.

You’ll bring a strong foundation in GAAP, a hands‑on approach to the close process, and the ability to mentor staff while partnering cross‑functionally across the business.

Why join us

• High‑impact role with visibility across leadership and operations
• Leadership opportunity – manage, mentor, and develop a team
• Process‑driven culture focused on continuous improvement and automation
• Stable, growing environment within a complex, detail‑oriented industry
• Exposure to cross‑functional teams including operations and supply chain
• Opportunity to strengthen controls and influence best practices

Job Details

Key Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
• Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, and financials
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal controls
• Oversee general ledger activity, accruals, and estimates
• Support audit activities (internal & external)
• Supervise, train, and develop accounting staff
• Identify and implement process improvements and efficiencies
• Partner cross‑functionally to support reporting and financial analysis

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 5–7+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience (direct or indirect)
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal controls
• Advanced Excel skills
• CPA or CPA‑track preferred
• Public accounting background is a plus

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