Accounting Supervisor (Healthcare)

SVA Careers•Madison, WI

9d•Onsite

About The Position

SVA is hiring an onsite Accounting Supervisor for its Small Business Accounting team in Brookfield or Madison, Wisconsin, with an enhanced focus on healthcare clients, including medical, dental, and veterinary practices. This highly visible role involves supervising and developing staff, coordinating and completing client engagements, and supporting clients with accounting and tax matters. The position offers continued learning, client-facing work, mentoring, and opportunities to contribute to an independent, growing professional services firm. The role is approximately 50% supervision and leadership, 40% client work, and 10% professional and personal development. Workload is 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.

Nice To Haves

CPA, EA, or equivalent professional certification.

Responsibilities

Assign work to staff based on their knowledge and capabilities.
Train staff, provide guidance and direction, and give constructive feedback on work papers in accordance with generally accepted standards.
Discuss significant matters involving accounting or taxation principles or financial statement presentation with the In-Charge.
Conduct timely and effective staff reviews.
Lead team projects requiring input and participation from multiple staff members, and encourage inclusive participation.
Coordinate engagement phases, including staffing requirements, job 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 for subsequent approval by the In-Charge, with attention to minimizing organizational tax obligations.
Review financial statements, notes, schedules, management letters, and tax returns, and discuss them with clients.
Prepare for, schedule, and lead or attend client meetings.
Assist with monthly billings as requested.
Maintain confidentiality of client information in accordance with applicable laws and regulations and follow SVA policies and procedures.
Work efficiently and perform duties to a satisfactory level.
Work with a mentor to develop a career path; pursue learning opportunities and refine supervisory skills.
Broaden involvement with outside associations and participate in SVA and community events and professional, civic, or charitable organizations.
Educate and train others on business and client processes, and mentor interns, staff accountants, and/or senior staff accountants.
Participate positively in group meetings and develop and deliver training, presentations, or articles for internal and/or external audiences.