Supervisor, ABC Accounting

Interstate Batteries•Dallas, TX

22h

About The Position

The Supervisor, ABC Accounting supervises a team supporting Interstate All Battery Centers in financial matters and helps improve All Battery’s financial processes and procedures. The role contributes to departmental objectives by providing financial statements, subsequent reporting, and quality audit documentation. The supervisor oversees accounting specialists and a staff accountant, reviews financial reporting and analysis, and provides financial information and feedback to internal customers, including regional and store managers. The role also prepares balance sheet account reconciliations, supports business transformation efforts, coordinates issue resolution with the All Battery Sr. Advisor/Manager, and handles purchase orders for store supplies and miscellaneous expenses. The position requires accounting or finance education, financial reporting and general accounting experience, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines. Some potential travel is noted.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
At least 4 years of financial reporting experience, including income statements and financial statements.
At least 4 years of general accounting or bookkeeping experience.
Strong personal computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and ability to interpret complex financial data.
Excellent interpersonal, customer service, telephone, explanation, presentation, verbal, and written communication skills.
Well organized, accurate, and detail-oriented.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects, meet tight deadlines, and work with minimal supervision.
Ability to use best practices and learn from others.
Knowledge of GAAP and other financial regulations.
Knowledge of the full accounting cycle and time management skills to meet deadlines.

Nice To Haves

General accounting or bookkeeping experience in the distribution industry.
People leadership experience, including a track record of developing and motivating teams.
CPA or CPA candidate.
SAP general ledger experience.

Responsibilities

Assemble and review monthly financial statements for All Battery Center stores and Interstate Owned Territory storefronts.
Supervise a team of five or more accounting specialists and a staff accountant.
Supervise and participate in financial, account, and variance analysis.
Provide feedback on financial statement elements to Regional Managers and Store Managers.
Participate in and support business transformation efforts.
Coordinate with the All Battery Sr. Advisor/Manager to resolve issues.
Provide internal customers with relevant financial information regarding Interstate All Battery Centers.
Prepare balance sheet account reconciliations and submit them for approval using external software.
Create purchase orders for store supplies and other miscellaneous expenses and submit them to Accounts Payable.
Model Interstate’s Purpose and Values.