Accounting Supervisor

Southwest Accounting Resources • Scottsdale, AZ

9d • Onsite

About The Position

This growing organization is seeking an Accounting Supervisor to lead a small team responsible for core accounting operations, including accounts payable, treasury and banking functions, fixed assets, prepaid accounts, and month-end close. The role reports into senior finance leadership and plays a key part in maintaining accurate financial records, strong internal controls, and a well-run accounting department. The ideal candidate is a hands-on people leader who enjoys coaching staff, improving processes, and partnering cross-functionally to keep operations running smoothly.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance strongly preferred.
• CPA preferred, not required.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• 1–2+ years leading, training, or supervising accounting staff.
• Solid background in AP, general ledger, reconciliations, and month-end close.
• Strong Excel skills and comfort with accounting software systems.
• Sharp analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to juggle competing priorities in a fast-paced setting.
• Clear communicator, detail-oriented, and collaborative.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a multi-site, healthcare, or investor-backed environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting operations across AP, banking/treasury, fixed assets, prepaid accounts, and related functions.
• Ensure transactions are processed accurately and in accordance with GAAP and internal policy.
• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close, including reconciliations, journal entries, and supporting schedules.
• Review team members' work for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
• Supervise, train, and mentor accounting staff; assign work and monitor performance.
• Contribute to performance reviews, development plans, and team engagement.
• Support internal controls and assist with internal/external audits.
• Identify process gaps or control concerns and recommend improvements.
• Analyze financial data to spot discrepancies, trends, and opportunities.
• Partner with other departments to resolve accounting issues and streamline workflows.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive financial and personnel information.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Generous PTO, paid holidays, and retirement savings plan.

What This Job Offers

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