Accounting Supervisor

Withum; Whippany (NJ); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Withum is seeking an Accounting Supervisor to join our BEA team in Whippany, NJ (hybrid – 3 days in the office). The role supports private and public clients with accounting, assurance, and advisory services across Lincolnshire, IL; New York, NY; East Brunswick, NJ or Whippany, NJ offices.

You will supervise staff, analyze financial statements, identify efficiency improvements, and contribute to client proposals. CPA preferred, 4+ years in a CPA/tax practice, and strong leadership are valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or a business-related field.
• CPA license is preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in a local or mid-sized CPA firm or a tax consulting practice; food & beverage industry experience is a plus.
• Experience working with a high volume of financial statements with tight deadlines.
• Strong technical accounting background and up-to-date knowledge of key laws and changes.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, project management, and technical skills.
• Exceptional client service and communication skills with ability to develop and maintain client relationships.
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and competing projects in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Analyzing financial statements, assessing risks, and providing recommendations on cost reduction, revenue enhancement, and profit maximization
• Identifying bottlenecks, streamlining processes, and suggesting improvements to enhance productivity and reduce costs
• Developing and implementing change management plans to ensure smooth transitions during organizational changes
• Providing supervision, training and support to the engagement staff and promoting open communication to the engagement partner and manager
• Inspiring, developing, mentoring, and retaining staff while providing challenging assignments
• Reviewing and supervising the preparation of compilation and review level financial statements
• Collaborating cross-functionally with tax, assurance and accounting, and advisory groups to identify opportunities to fully service the clients
• Remaining current on technical and industry developments and standards, while evaluating the potential impact on clients' business and financial position
• Participating in client proposals and identifying new business development opportunities

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or business-related field

Job description

Job Description:

Withum's Business Enterprise Advisors (BEA) team is seeking an Accounting Supervisor to join our Lincolnshire, IL; New York, NY; East Brunswick, NJ or Whippany, NJ office location. This role will be a hybrid-based position (3 days in the office).

The BEA groupprovides tax, assurance and advisory services to private and public companies who desire one point of contact for their business needs. Our business consultants have the combined expertise of providing accounting services including assurance, financial and valuation services, individual and business tax planning, and business management services, covering people to processes; cyber to succession planning; technology to transaction advisory. Withum'sbrand is a reflection of our people, our culture and our strength.

Withumhas become synonymous with teamwork and client service excellence. The cornerstone of our success can truly be accredited to the dedicated professionals who work here every day, whose mission is to help our clients grow and thrive - to be in a position of strength. But our commitment goes beyond our clients as we continue to live theWithumWay, promoting personal and professional growth for all team members, clients, and surrounding communities.

How You’ll Spend Your Time:

• Analyzing financial statements, assessing risks, and providing recommendations on cost reduction, revenue enhancement, and profit maximization
• Identifying bottlenecks, streamlining processes, and suggesting improvements to enhance productivity and reduce costs
• Developing and implementing change management plans to ensure smooth transitions during organizational changes
• Providing supervision, training and support to the engagement staff and promoting open communication to the engagement partner and manager
• Inspiring, developing, mentoring, and retaining staff while providing challenging assignments
• Reviewing and supervising the preparation of compilation and review level financial statements
• Collaborating cross-functionally with our tax, assurance and accounting, and advisory groups to identify opportunities to fully service the clients
• Remaining current on technical and industry developments and standards, while evaluating the potential impact on clients' business and financial position
• Participating in client proposals and identifying new business development opportunities

The Kind of People We Want to Talk to Have Many of The Following:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or a business-related field of study
• CPA license is preferred
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in a local or mid-sized CPA firm or a tax consulting practice, food & beverage industry experience is a plus
• Experience working with a high volume of financial statements with tight deadlines
• Strong technical accounting background along with a curiosity and willingness to stay current on all key law changes
• Excellent analytical, organizational, project management, and technical skills
• Exceptional client service and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain outstanding client relationships
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and competing projects in a rapidly growing, fast-paced, interactive, results-based team environment
• Strong leadership, training, and mentoring skills, coupled with excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills to represent the Firm well to client's management

The compensation for this position ranges from $90,000-$110,000. In addition to the base compensation, Withum offers a competitive benefits package and bonus program (for eligible roles) based on individual and firm performance. Final offer amounts are based on multiple factors such as the specific role, hiring location, as well as the individual's skills, experience and qualifications. For additional information on our benefits, visit our website at https://www.withum.com/careers/.

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WithumSmith+Brown, PC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, (including pregnancy), genetic information, marital status, domestic partnership status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, national origin, disability or handicap, veteran status, weight, height, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.