Accounting Lead

Job Description

Job Description

Accounting SupervisorLead the Team. Own the Numbers. Drive Financial Accuracy.

We're seeking an experienced Accounting Supervisor to lead a high-performing accounting team while overseeing financial operations, month-end close, reconciliations, compliance, and reporting. This role is ideal for an accounting professional who enjoys developing people, improving processes, and ensuring financial accuracy across the organization.

If you're a hands-on leader with strong General Ledger, Reconciliation, and GAAP Accounting experience , this is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a growing and collaborative environment.

What You'll Do

As the Accounting Supervisor, you'll oversee daily accounting operations while ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and compliance of the organization's financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and mentor Accounting, Accounts Payable, and Accounts Receivable personnel.
• Manage daily accounting operations and maintain the accuracy of the General Ledger.
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting packages.
• Ensure all balance sheet and bank reconciliations are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Oversee vendor management and payment processes to ensure compliance with company policies.
• Maintain compliance with state and local tax regulations, including sales, use, and property taxes.
• Assist with annual financial statement audits and provide supporting schedules and documentation.
• Support the development of annual operating and capital budgets.
• Prepare financial reports, variance analysis, and management reporting.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP standards, internal controls, and accounting policies.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and increased operational efficiency.
• Participate in hiring, training, coaching, and performance management activities.
• Foster strong working relationships across departments and provide financial support as needed.

Required QualificationsMust-Have Experience

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
• 2+ years of accounting leadership or supervisory experience
• Strong General Ledger accounting experience
• High-volume account reconciliation experience (bank, balance sheet, and general ledger reconciliations)
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles)
• Experience leading month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
• Experience preparing and reviewing financial statements.
• Strong Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable knowledge.
• Experience with financial reporting, account analysis, and journal entries.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting external audits.
• Budget preparation and financial planning experience.
• Experience maintaining and strengthening internal controls.
• Multi-entity, multi-location, retail, manufacturing, distribution, or service-industry accounting experience.
• Experience identifying process improvements and accounting efficiencies.
• Advanced ERP or accounting system experience.

What Makes You Successful

You're a detail-oriented accounting leader who understands that accurate financial reporting starts with strong reconciliation practices and adherence to GAAP standards.

You enjoy mentoring others, improving processes, and ensuring that financial information is timely, accurate, and actionable. You can balance tactical accounting responsibilities with leadership duties while maintaining high standards across the team.

Why This Opportunity?

Leadership role with direct impact on accounting operations

Opportunity to develop and mentor accounting professionals

High visibility with senior leadership

Exposure to financial reporting, budgeting, audits, and strategic initiatives

Collaborative team environment focused on growth and development

Long-term career advancement opportunities

Strong emphasis on process improvement and operational excellence

Ideal Backgrounds

• Accounting Supervisor
• senior Accountant
• Accounting Manager
• General Ledger Accountant
• Financial Reporting Accountant
• Assistant Controller
• Accounting Team Lead
• Corporate Accountant
• senior Staff Accountant

Required Keywords for Candidate Searches

Accounting Supervisor, senior Accountant, General Ledger, GL Accounting, Reconciliations, Account Reconciliation, Balance Sheet Reconciliation, Bank Reconciliation, Month-End Close, Journal Entries, Financial Statements, GAAP, Financial Reporting, AP, AR, Accounting Manager, Assistant Controller

Apply today if you're an accounting leader with strong reconciliation and GAAP expertise who is ready to lead a team and drive financial accuracy across the organization.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Sioux Falls, SD.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $95000.00 - $110000.00/yr.

Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) Safe Harbor 401(k) – 100% employer match up to 5% of base pay and immediate vesting Holiday pay – we recognize and pay our employees for 7.5 holidays per year Paid Parental Bonding Time Employer subsidized medical, dental, and vision plans Employer paid life insurance and short-term disability Voluntary long-term disability, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance 24/7 Access to virtual care/telehealth options Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution; Flexible spending accounts (FSA) Wellbeing program with opportunity to earn reduced medical costs Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you, and your family Tuition reimbursement Employee referral bonus program Employee service milestone recognition program

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Sioux Falls,SD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 21, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.