Transactional Accounting Supervisor

OtterBase; Novi (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Transactional Accounting Supervisor to manage Accounts Payable & Receivable functions. This role requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience. The Supervisor will lead a team, ensuring compliance with GAAP and driving continuous improvement initiatives within the finance department.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in Accounting/Finance.
• Knowledge of GAAP principles.
• Advanced skills in MS Excel.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day Accounts Payable & Receivable functions.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and company policies.
• Provide project management leadership for improvements.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description: The Transactional Accounting Supervisor will oversee the Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable functions while leading continuous improvement efforts to ensure efficient processes and maintain a strong financial control environment.
Responsibilities/skills:
• Owning the day-to-day Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable functions (reviewing, issue resolution, internal/external customer support, managing the team, etc.)
• Review month-end journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations for defined areas of responsibility
• Ensure company financial records are maintained in compliance with corporate policy and U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Maintain a strong internal control environment, identifying and implementing control enhancements as necessary
• Oversee annual 1099 tax reporting, annual sales tax certificate, and monthly escheatment filings
• Prepare supporting analysis for assigned areas of responsibility for use by the senior management team
• Perform governmental, tax, and corporate reporting requirements
• Perform account fluctuations and trend analysis, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial statements
• Provide project management leadership for key initiatives and improvements
• Identify continuous improvement opportunities, develop and execute project implementation plans
• Respond to internal and external customers and vendors, providing excellent customer service
• Prepare monthly forecasting and annual budgeting information for assigned areas of responsibility

Supervisor Responsibilities:
• Accountable for the performance and results of a team within one's own discipline or function.
• Adapts departmental plans and priorities to address resource and operational challenges.
• Decisions are guided by policies, procedures, and the business plan; receives guidance from a senior manager.
• Provides technical guidance to employees, colleagues, and/or customers.
• Policy and strategy (0-2 year outlook) implementation for short-term results.
• Setting goals and objectives for team members with the achievement of operational results.

Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in Accounting/Finance, Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable
• Knowledge of GAAP principles
• JDE & ASI experience preferred
• Experience developing and implementing project plans, including resource planning, project scoping, and generation of project status reports for management
• Strong oral and written communication/presentation skills
• Demonstrated ability to partner effectively with internal and external business customers
• Experience in financial support of manufacturing operations strongly desired
• Ability to think analytically, creatively, and independently with excellent problem-solving skills
• Self-motivated and driven for results with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and continually striving for improvement
• Advanced level in Microsoft Office applications, sophisticated level MS Excel user