Outsourced Accounting & Advisory Services Supervisor

Role Description

Looking for Supervisor/Controller role at an energetic & passionate company? GRF CPAS & Advisors, a Bethesda, MD CPA Firm is in search of a Supervisor/Controller to join our Outsourced Accounting and Advisory Services team. This position is fully remote although persons local to the DMV area are welcomed to come to the office at any time.

• Supervise and execute engagements that center on cloud-based accounting systems like Sage Intacct and QuickBooks Online.
• Handle aspects of the monthly close including reconciliations, preparation of supporting schedules, financial analysis and quality review, financial reporting.
• Experience with accrual basis accounting, entering transactions into general ledger, resolving account variances.
• Usage, training, and implementation of cloud-based tools such as Bill.com, Nexonia, Tallie and others.
• Coordinate various phases of engagements with engagement partner or manager; review working papers for accuracy & completeness, communicate with clients.
• Provide supervision and on-the-job training to staff assigned to engagement as needed.
• Train staff members, offer guidance and direction, and give constructive criticism.
• Assist clients with an understanding of financial reporting and other accounting matters.
• Ensure that deliverables are prepared in accordance with generally accepted professional and firm standards.
• Communicate engagement's progress, problems, resolutions, financial information, tax activity and other business concerns to the client and the partner in charge.
• Maintain strong client relationships with a focus on customer service; possess a thorough knowledge of the client and all facets of client's business.
• Adhere to engagement time budgets.
• Anticipate problem areas of engagement and questions that will arise.
• Keep partner informed of significant developments on engagements; analyze problems and recommend solutions.
• Develop staff by assisting in performance evaluations, recruiting, and training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related area (economics, finance, etc.).
• CPA license desirable but not required.
• 5 years or more experience in public accounting or private industry, demonstrating a progression in complexity, scope, and number of engagements managed.
• A concentration in nonprofit organizations preferred, but we will train the right candidate.
• Prior CPA firm experience is preferred.
• Strong proficiency in QuickBooks and Sage Intacct preferred.
• Experience with cloud-based applications such as Bill.com, Tallie, Expensify, is preferred.

Requirements

• Organize projects, set priorities, and delegate tasks under evolving circumstances for different clients & partners.
• Keep long term objectives in mind while focusing on daily activities.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive firm and client information.
• Mentor and train staff.
• Enthusiastic and positive attitude, willingness to learn new skills, and motivation to be a team player.

Benefits

• This is a full time position with option to work remotely or at our headquarters in Bethesda, MD.
• Our office is located 2 blocks from the metro.
• Benefits include a 401(k) plan, paid individual medical, and a culture that fosters flexibility and career development.