Accounting Operations Supervisor
About The Position
CNA National is looking for an experienced Accounting Operations Supervisor to join our Accounting Operations team. This is a hands‑on leadership role responsible for overseeing cash management and key accounting activities while supervising a small, high‑performing team. The Accounting Operations Supervisor plays a critical role in ensuring accurate, timely bank and balance sheet reconciliations, journal entries, and financial reporting. This position works closely with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and General Ledger partners to resolve complex accounting matters, strengthen internal controls, and continuously improve accounting processes. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional ready to step into a leadership role while staying close to the work. This role is in the Scottsdale, AZ, office and, after training, will offer a four days in the office, one day remote work schedule.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles, cash management, and balance sheet reconciliations
- Experience in accounting operations with exposure to AP, AR, and General Ledger functions
- Prior supervisory or lead experience (formal or informal)
- Advanced Excel skills (formulas, pivot tables, data analysis)
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
- Clear written and verbal communication skills
Nice To Haves
- Dealership or similar industry experience
- Experience supporting audits and internal controls (SOX exposure a plus)
- Proactive, analytical mindset with a focus on continuous improvement
- Comfort serving as a point of escalation and owning complex accounting areas
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily and monthly cash management activities, ensuring accurate tracking and reporting of cash movements
- Lead and perform bank and balance sheet account reconciliations; resolve reconciling items timely
- Review bank activity, postings, and summaries for accuracy and completeness
- Prepare and review journal entries related to cash and reconciliation activities
- Investigate and document discrepancies in cash, clearing, and control accounts
- Support leadership with cash‑related analysis and reporting
- Partner with AP and AR leadership on complex accounting issues and escalations
- Assist with month‑end close activities, including journal entry review, balance sheet analysis, and variance explanations
- Support General Ledger inquiries and ensure proper accounting treatment
- Maintain working knowledge of end‑to‑end AP and AR processes to provide operational support when needed
- Supervise and support a Staff Accountant and Senior Accounting Clerk
- Review work product for accuracy, completeness, and compliance
- Provide coaching, feedback, and ongoing training to support development and performance
- Ensure daily tasks, reconciliations, and journal entries are completed accurately and on time
- Review recurring accounting and operational reports for accuracy
- Perform analytical reviews to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities
- Support SOX documentation, walkthroughs, and testing
- Assist with internal and external audits by providing reconciliations and supporting documentation
- Assist with escheatment processes related to cash management
- Identify opportunities to improve reconciliation efficiency, controls, and accounting workflows
- Participate in system enhancements, testing, and implementations
- Collaborate cross‑functionally with IT, Operations, Sales, and Finance teams
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
