Accounting Supervisor

Georg Fischer • Apple Valley, MN

1d • $88,298 - $132,447 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Accounting Supervisor manages part of the accounting team, oversees the calculating, posting, and verification of financial data for use in maintaining accounting and statistical records. The Accounting Supervisor maintains the integrity of accounting records by ensuring that staff comply with organizational accounting policies and procedures. This position also collaborates with the Director, Accounting & Controls, for timely and accurate general accounting and financial reporting functions. Specific areas include the maintenance and preparation of periodic financial reports, establishing internal controls and policies. Tasks include: month end close, reviewing and completing balance sheet reconciliations, tracking, and resolving variances, completing the General Ledger, preparing scheduled reports, and ensuring that accounting data is accurate and deadlines are met. This position is also responsible for preparing tax documents for external auditors, working with the corporate office on tax laws, and managing the sales/use tax filing and reporting. This role is considered a HYBRID position with onsite work at our headquarters in Apple Valley, Minnesota.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance
• 8+ years of relevant experience in Accounting or Finance
• Previous managerial experience
• Must have an understanding of general ledger accounting, and strong technical and accounting skills.
• Excellent computer skills (MS Office suite, and accounting software including advanced Excel required
• Strong organizational skills
• Must be extremely detail oriented.
• Proven ability to manage and prioritize work to meet deadlines.
• Effectively work independently, with the ability to adapt to new systems and collaborate cross-functionally.
• Proven ability for identifying opportunities and driving results.
• Must have developed customer/colleague relationship skills with strong service orientation.

Nice To Haves

• CPA/CMA/MBA a plus
• experience with Oracle and OneStream preferred

Responsibilities

• Manages general accounting functions including cost accounting and fixed assets. Maintains compliance with GAAP/IFRS and other government regulations.
• Ensures the accurate and timely general ledger and period-end closings.
• Prepares or supervises the preparation of balance sheets, profit-and-loss statements, cash flow data, and other reports for external and internal reporting.
• Reviews or prepares asset and liability reconciliations to ensure integrity and accuracy.
• Manages the AP function while ensuring timely accurate entering/matching of supplier invoices as well ensuring proper timely payment to maximize the Company’s cash flow.
• Manages the cash application function ensuring timely and proper application of payments to customer accounts.
• Develops policies and procedures regarding bill payment and billing investigations.
• Ensures proper controls measures are in place.
• Managing staff including: staff personnel development, coaching, and periodic reviews and recruiting.
• Manages the income tax reporting for the annual audit and corporate reporting.
• Manages any external tax audit activities as well as other tax initiatives.
• Oversees the sales & use tax tracking and filing ensuring timely payment.
• Integral team member in managing Year-End Audit process.
• Assist outside auditors during interim and year-end audits to include preparation and review of audit schedules, providing appropriate supporting materials and procedures, and preparing any additional data as deemed necessary.
• Recommends, designs, and implements internal controls and continuous improvements based on department objectives.
• Consults with Director, Accounting & Controls, regarding policy decisions, major expenditures, and any unusual problems.
• Seeks out opportunities to contribute to the business success through proactive involvement in team initiatives

Benefits

• Best-in-class health benefits (medical, dental, vision)
• 160 hours paid time off (combination of PTO and Employee Safe and Sick Time accruals- MN Based Employees)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager