Supervisor Accounting

The Forum Group$80K — $95K *
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • 5-7 years of accounting experience with progressive responsibilities
  • Experience with Percentage-of-Completion (POC) accounting, cost accounting, and/or manufacturing accounting
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards
  • Experience in manufacturing and distribution operations

Responsibilities

  • Supervise accounting functions and prepare financial reports
  • Manage month-end close process for business units
  • Analyze journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements
  • Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting according to GAAP
  • Support annual and internal audits and compliance requirements
  • Maintain and analyze costs, inventory valuation, and manufacturing variances
  • Conduct financial forecasting and variance analysis to inform management

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health benefits package
  • Retirement plan options
  • Opportunities for professional development and certification
  • Flexible work environment
  • Support for continuous improvement initiatives
Full Job Description
Job Duties/Responsibilities
• Supervise accounting functions and prepare reports and statistics reflecting earnings, profits, cash balances and other financial results.
• Manage and coordinate the full-cycle month-end close process for assigned business units, including manufacturing and distribution operations.
• Prepare, review, and analyze journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and financial statements.
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting of financial results in accordance with GAAP and company policies.
• Support annual audits, internal audits, and other compliance requirements.
• Maintain and analyze standard costs, inventory valuation, manufacturing variances, and cost allocations.
• Support and administer Percentage-of-Completion (POC) accounting for long-term projects and contracts.
• Review project estimates, revenue recognition calculations, and cost-to-complete analyses.
• Monitor inventory transactions and ensure accuracy of manufacturing accounting processes.
• Perform monthly forecasting and financial analysis for the Profit & Loss Statement and Balance Sheet.
• Conduct proactive variance analysis and communicate financial risks, opportunities, and recommendations to operations management.
• Partner with manufacturing, distribution, and operational leaders to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve financial performance.
• Develop and maintain financial models, dashboards, and management reporting tools.
• Administer approved accounting practices to ensure financial and operating reports accurately reflect business performance.
• Provide guidance, mentorship, and direction to accounting staff and cross-functional teams.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes, strengthen internal controls, and improve reporting efficiency.
• Participate in system implementations, upgrades, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Required Education & Experience
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5-7 years of accounting experience with demonstrated progression in responsibilities.
• Experience with Percentage-of-Completion (POC) accounting, cost accounting, and/or manufacturing accounting.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Experience supporting manufacturing and distribution operations.

Skills/Knowledge
• CPA, CMA, or equivalent professional certification preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems in a manufacturing environment.
• Prior experience supervising or leading accounting teams.
• Comprehensive knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and financial reporting.
• Experience with both manufacturing accounting and general ledger accounting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and leadership abilities.
• Experience leading and developing mid-sized teams or cross-functional groups.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including financial modeling, pivot tables, and data analysis.
• Strong systems experience, including:

o Microsoft Dynamics Business Central

o Microsoft Dynamics NAV (Navision)

o Power BI

o OneStream
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Strong customer service mindset and commitment to supporting internal stakeholders.

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