Senior Accounting Supervisor

DISA Global Solutions$95K — $105K *
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
  • 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, with strong general ledger and financial reporting background.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in GAAP and ability to research and apply guidance to complex matters.
  • Experience with Workday or comparable ERP, plus strong Excel skills.
  • Advanced analytical skills and problem-solving ability to resolve accounting issues.
  • Supervisory experience, with capability to coach and support staff development.
  • Strong communication skills for collaboration with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate monthly close activities and ensure accuracy in higher-risk areas.
  • Prepare and review financial statements and subsidiary reporting packages.
  • Research and resolve complex accounting issues in accordance with GAAP.
  • Support acquisition accounting initiatives and system-related transitions.
  • Ensure prompt resolution of complex balance sheet reconciliations.
  • Manage tax activities with external consultants and ensure compliance.
  • Oversee audit requests, ensuring alignment with general ledger and internal controls.
  • Facilitate supervision and guidance for accounting staff, helping them meet deadlines and development goals.

Benefits

  • Personal and Sick Paid Time Off.
  • 401k with a highly competitive match.
  • 11 Paid Holidays
  • Medical/Dental and Vision coverage.
  • Group Life Insurance, HSA/FSA options.
  • Employee Assistance Program.
  • Educational Assistance Program.
Full Job Description

Position Summary:

The Senior Accounting Supervisor supports the Director of Accounting by overseeing both daytoday and complex general ledger activities, coordinating key components of the monthly close, and ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of financial reporting. This role prepares and reviews advanced accounting work, resolves moderately complex accounting issues, supports acquisition and systemrelated initiatives, and collaborates with auditors and tax partners. The Senior Accounting Supervisor provides daily guidance, coaching, and oversight to accounting staff, reinforces internal controls, and contributes to process improvements that enhance the efficiency and quality of accounting operations.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate assigned monthly close activities by preparing and reviewing journal entries, monitoring close timelines, and ensuring accuracy and completeness across higherrisk areas.
  • Prepare and review financial statements and subsidiary or acquisition reporting packages, including supporting schedules and management reporting.
  • Research and resolve complex accounting issues, interpret applicable GAAP guidance, and escalate matters requiring higherlevel review.
  • Support acquisition accounting and Workday initiatives by reviewing reporting packages, recording monthly activity, and assisting with system transitions and process updates.
  • Prepare and review complex balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring reconciling items are investigated, documented, and resolved promptly.
  • Coordinate income and property tax activities with external consultants, including annual payments, returns, and compliance documentation.
  • Support external financial and tax audits by managing audit requests, reviewing PBC documentation, and ensuring alignment with general ledger activity and internal controls.
  • Provide daily supervision and guidance to accounting staff, assigning work to support close deadlines, department priorities, and development goals.
  • Review staff work for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
  • Deliver coaching, training, and process improvement recommendations to support employee development and enhance accounting operations.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Key Skills & Experience:

  • BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
  • 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including strong general ledger, financial reporting, and monthend close background.
  • Demonstrated GAAP proficiency, including the ability to research and apply guidance to moderately complex accounting matters.
  • Experience with Workday or a comparable ERP; strong Microsoft Excel skills.
  • Advanced analytical and problemsolving ability with the capacity to resolve complex accounting issues and support crossfunctional inquiries.
  • Experience supporting external audits and tax consultants, including preparation and review of PBCs, reconciliations, and compliance documentation.
  • Supervisory or teamlead experience, with the ability to review work, coach staff, and support performance development.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills working with crossfunctional teams, auditors, and leadership.
  • Processimprovement mindset, with the ability to identify recurring issues and recommend enhancements.
  • CPA and/or public accounting experience preferred.

Benefits:

  • Personal and Sick Paid Time Off.
  • 401k with a highly competitive match.
  • 11 Paid Holidays
  • Medical/Dental and Vision.
  • Group Life Insurance, HSA/FSA
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Educational Assistance Program

Work Schedule: Mon 6 Fri 8:30 am 6 5:00 pm CST

Travel: This position requires periodic travel, up to 20%, to support operational needs such as audit activities, team collaboration, and occasional meetings with external partners.

Internal Mapping: This role aligns to the internal job profile of SeniorSupervisor, Accounting within the Accounting job family.

Physical Requirements:
 While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to speak, hear, have close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Walk (occasionally), sit- up to 8hrs. a day, stand (occasionally), use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms, able to lift up to 15lbs.(occasionally).

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Compensation for this role is determined by factors such as skills, experience, education, training, and internal equity. Pay may also vary based on geographic location in accordance with our compensation practices.

Job Pay Range

$95,000 - $105,000 Annually (DOE)

About DISA Global Solutions

DISA Global Solutions is a leading provider of employee screening and compliance services. The company offers a wide range of services, including drug and alcohol testing, background screening, occupational health screening, and transportation compliance. DISA Global Solutions was founded in 1982 and is headquartered in Houston, Texas. The company has more than 35 offices across the United States and Canada, as well as operations in Europe, South America, and Asia. DISA Global Solutions serves a wide range of industries, including transportation, energy, healthcare, and manufacturing. The company is committed to providing its clients with the highest level of service and compliance expertise.
Learn more about DISA Global Solutions
Size
1,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1982
5 Year Trend
+10%
Revenue
$100 million

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