General Accounting Supervisor

FOUNDATION ENERGY MANAGEMENT, LLC; Addison (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Foundation Energy Management, LLC is seeking a General Accounting Supervisor to oversee daily accounting operations, supervise staff, and support month-end close and reconciliations. You will ensure GAAP compliance, maintain the general ledger, and drive process improvements across the accounting function.

The role includes reviewing staff work, preparing schedules for audits, and mentoring junior staff while collaborating with other departments to resolve issues and deliver accurate financial

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 1 year in a supervisory or lead role.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and general ledger accounting.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily activities of the General Accounting team, including journal entries, reconciliations, and data entry.
• Review work for accuracy and compliance with GAAP and company policies.
• Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes and prepare journal entries and schedules.
• Maintain and monitor general ledger accounts for integrity and timely updates.
• Identify discrepancies, research issues, and propose corrective actions.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules and documentation.
• Assist in developing and implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Provide training and performance feedback to staff accountants and clerks.
• Act as liaison between General Accounting and other departments for issue resolution.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory experience

GAAP knowledge

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Enertia

Excel

Job description

Position Summary

The General Accounting Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily accounting operations within the General Accounting department. This role supervises staff accountants and clerks, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in processing financial transactions and preparing reports. The Accounting Supervisor assists with month-end close activities, account reconciliations, and process improvements, while serving as a resource for technical accounting questions and training team members.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• -Supervise daily activities of accountants and clerks withing the General Accounting team, including journal entries, reconciliations, and data entry.


• -Review work prepared by staff for accuracy and compliance with GAAP and company policies.


• -Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, including preparation and review of journal entries and supporting schedules.


• -Maintain and monitor general ledger accounts, ensuring integrity and timely updates.


• -Identify discrepancies, research issues, and propose corrective actions.


• -Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules and providing documentation.


• -Assist in developing and implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.


• -Provide training, guidance, and performance feedback to staff accountants and clerks.


• -Act as liaison between the General Accounting team and other departments for issues resolution and information sharing.


• -Prepare ad hoc financial reports and analysis as requested by management.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.


• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 1 year in a supervisory or lead role.


• Strong understanding of GAAP and general ledger accounting.

Preferred:

• Experience in upstream oil and gas accounting.


• Proficiency in ERP/accounting systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Enertia) and Excel.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong organizational and time management skills.


• Ability to lead and mentor a team effectively.


• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.


• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.


• Effective communication skills for internal collaboration.

Physical Demands

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  Sitting

  
  

  Frequently

  
  

  Desk work, computer use, meetings

  
  


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  Standing/Walking

  
  

  Occasionally

  
  

  Office, facility walkthroughs

  
  


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  Lifting (up to 20 lbs.)

  
  

  Occasionally

  
  

  Files, training materials, safety equipment

  
  


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  Fine Motor Skills

  
  

  Constantly

  
  

  Typing, writing, computer mouse use

  
  


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  Vision/Hearing Requirements

  
  

  Required

  
  

  Reading reports, using phones, attending meetings

  
  


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  Environmental Exposure

  
  

  Rarely

  
  

  May visit field sites with exposure to weather and noise

  
  

Work Environment

Full-time, exempt position based at corporate headquarters.

• Standard office environment with minimal physical demands.


• May require extended hours during closing cycles, audits, or special projects.


• Occasional travel to field offices or operational sites may be required.


• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required at all times in designated areas.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Foundation Energy Management, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.