Accounting Supervisor (Healthcare)

SVA Careers•Brookfield, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

SVA is hiring an onsite Accounting Supervisor for its Small Business Accounting team in Brookfield or Madison, Wisconsin. The role works across several industries, with an enhanced focus on healthcare clients, including medical, dental, and veterinary practices. It is a visible, client-facing leadership position involving staff supervision, client engagement work, and professional development. The supervisor coordinates engagement teams and assignments, reviews accounting and tax work, communicates with clients, and mentors junior staff. Workloads are typically 55 hours per week during busy season, including weekends, and 40–45 hours per week during non-busy season.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field.
At least 3 years of experience in public accounting.
Ability to work approximately 55 hours per week during busy season, including weekends, and 40–45 hours per week during non-busy season.

Nice To Haves

CPA, EA, or equivalent certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Assign work to staff based on their knowledge and capabilities; train staff, provide guidance, and give constructive feedback on work papers.
Discuss significant accounting or taxation questions and statement presentation matters with the In-Charge; conduct timely and meaningful staff reviews.
Lead team projects involving multiple staff members and encourage inclusive participation.
Coordinate engagement phases, staffing requirements, planning, and scheduling with the manager or principal.
Lead and complete assigned audits, reviews, tax returns, and/or compilations.
Evaluate client internal controls and prepare or review work programs and time budgets, with a focus on minimizing an organization's tax obligations.
Review financial statements, notes, schedules, management letters, and tax returns, and discuss these matters with clients.
Prepare for, schedule, and lead client meetings; assist with monthly billings as requested.
Protect confidential client information, comply with applicable laws and regulations, and follow SVA policies and procedures.
Work with a mentor on career development, broaden involvement with outside associations, and participate in SVA, community, professional, civic, or charitable events.
Use learning opportunities, refine supervisory skills, and educate and train others on business and client processes.
Mentor interns and accounting staff, participate positively in group meetings, and develop and deliver training, presentations, or articles for internal or external audiences.
Perform other duties as assigned.