Accounting Supervisor

Jobtailor

West Chester (Chester County)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 140,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a senior accounting professional to manage day-to-day accounting, month-end close, and financial reporting. You will oversee AR, billing, GL maintenance, and reconciliations while partnering with the VP of Finance on budgets and forecasts.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of progressive accounting experience in tech or services sectors, CPA/CMA is a plus, and strong Excel skills. This role emphasizes internal controls, cross-functional collaboration, and staff development.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
5+ years of progressive accounting experience, with increasing responsibility.
Experience in technology, IT services, MSP, professional services, or recurring-revenue environments preferred.
CPA or CMA is a plus but not required.
Experience supervising accounting staff is preferred.
Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

Oversee day-to-day accounting activities.
Lead monthly and yearly closing processes, including journal entries and accruals.
Review accounting transactions and supporting documentation for accuracy and completeness.
Maintain general ledger records and prepare monthly account reconciliations.
Identify discrepancies, investigate variances, and resolve issues.
Support recording and classification of revenue, expenses, and other financial transactions.
Assist the VP of Finance with monthly financial statements and management reporting.
Prepare recurring financial reports, schedules, and analyses.
Assist with budget-to-actual reporting, annual budgeting, and forecasting.
Provide financial information and analysis for business and operational decision-making.
Oversee accounts receivable and billing processes, including invoicing, collections, and outstanding receivables.
Resolve billing discrepancies and improve accounts receivable and billing processes.
Evaluate and improve accounting processes, internal controls, procedures, and workflows.
Support accounting, ERP, PSA, and other financial systems, including implementations and integrations.
Identify automation opportunities and improve financial data quality and accessibility.
Maintain financial records and support accounting policies, standards, compliance, and audit activities.
Guide, support, and oversee accounts receivable and billing team members.
Assist with training, onboarding, and staff development.
Partner with the VP of Finance and other departments on financial issues and special projects.
Maintain confidentiality and perform other duties supporting Finance team objectives.

Skills

Month End Closing

Year End Closing

Accounts Receivable

General Ledger

Financial Reporting

Budgeting & Forecasting

Journal Entries

Accruals

Reconciliation

Financial Analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Accounting Systems

ERP Systems

PSA Systems

Job description

• Oversee day-to-day accounting activities
• Lead monthly and yearly closing processes, including journal entries and accruals
• Review accounting transactions and supporting documentation for accuracy and completeness
• Maintain general ledger records and prepare monthly account reconciliations
• Identify discrepancies, investigate variances, and resolve issues
• Support recording and classification of revenue, expenses, and other financial transactions
• Assist the VP of Finance with monthly financial statements and management reporting
• Prepare recurring financial reports, schedules, and analyses
• Assist with budget-to-actual reporting, annual budgeting, and forecasting
• Provide financial information and analysis for business and operational decision-making
• Oversee accounts receivable and billing processes, including invoicing, collections, and outstanding receivables
• Resolve billing discrepancies and improve accounts receivable and billing processes
• Evaluate and improve accounting processes, internal controls, procedures, and workflows
• Support accounting, ERP, PSA, and other financial systems, including implementations and integrations
• Identify automation opportunities and improve financial data quality and accessibility
• Maintain financial records and support accounting policies, standards, compliance, and audit activities
• Guide, support, and oversee accounts receivable and billing team members
• Assist with training, onboarding, and staff development
• Partner with the VP of Finance and other departments on financial issues and special projects
• Maintain confidentiality and perform other duties supporting Finance team objectives

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
5+ years of progressive accounting experience, with increasing responsibility
Experience working in a technology, IT services, MSP, professional services, or other recurring-revenue environment preferred
CPA, CMA, or other relevant certification is a plus but not required
Prior experience supervising or providing functional oversight to accounting staff preferred
Strong understanding of general accounting principles and financial reporting
Experience with month end and year end close processes
Strong accounts receivable, billing, reconciliation, and general ledger experience
Experience working with accounting or ERP systems; experience with technology/PSA systems is a plus
Strong Excel skills, including the ability to work with large amounts of financial data
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across departments
Ability to work independently while also partnering closely with the VP of Finance and broader leadership team

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in overseeing accounting activities, including month-end and year-end closing processes, accounts receivable management, and financial reporting. Proficient in utilizing accounting and ERP systems to enhance financial data quality and support decision-making.

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