Accounting Supervisor

WE'RE HIRING | Accounting SupervisorLocation: Independence, OH 44131Work Model: Hybrid – 3 Days Onsite / 2 Days RemoteWork Schedule: Monday – FridayEmployment Type: Contract (Temporary Backfill) – Potential Temp-to-Perm OpportunityAbout the Opportunity:We are seeking an experienced Accounting Supervisor to support financial accounting operations, financial reporting, and general ledger activities within a dynamic corporate environment.This position is ideal for a strong Senior Accountant or an experienced accounting professional looking to take the next step in their career.The successful candidate will bring a combination of public accounting and corporate accounting experience, along with strong analytical capabilities and the ability to independently manage complex accounting activities with minimal training.The role will focus on ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial statements, overseeing month-end close activities, reviewing general ledger accounts, analyzing financial fluctuations, and supporting various accounting and reporting requirements.Work Arrangement:Hybrid schedule with 3 days onsite and 2 days remote.Wednesdays are mandatory onsite.Candidates also have the option to work onsite five days a week with a dedicated workspace.Key Responsibilities:Financial Accounting & Month-End CloseOversee and coordinate accurate and timely month-end and financial close processes.Review and perform general ledger account reconciliations and financial statement analyses.Prepare, review, and post journal entries to ensure accurate financial reporting.Ensure the accuracy and integrity of division and regional financial statements.Identify, investigate, and resolve discrepancies arising during the month-end close process.Financial Analysis & ReportingAnalyze income statement and balance sheet accounts to identify financial fluctuations, unusual trends, and discrepancies.Investigate variances and determine underlying causes through detailed financial analysis.Prepare and review significant sales accruals that are not based on standard reports or calculations.Review and manage Cost of Sales (COS) and Operating Expenses (OPEX) accruals.Support internal financial reporting requirements for divisional, regional, and corporate stakeholders.Accounting Operations & Technical SupportResearch and evaluate technical accounting matters and provide appropriate accounting guidance.Handle localized accounting topics, including real estate taxes and personal property taxes.Review and validate accounting entries posted by cross-functional teams.Collaborate with shared services teams supporting accounts payable, cash applications, central billing, vendor chargebacks, general ledger accounting, and fixed assets.Support ad hoc accounting entries and adjustments arising from month-end close reviews.Audit & Cross-Functional CollaborationCoordinate and respond to internal and external audit requests.Provide supporting documentation, financial analyses, and reconciliations as required.Build effective working relationships with associates across various departments and organizational levels.Support special projects, accounting process improvements, and other financial reporting initiatives.Required Qualifications & ExperienceBachelor's degree in Accounting is requiredApproximately 3–5 years of public accounting experience.Approximately 3–5 years of corporate/industry accounting experience.Strong understanding of accounting principles, debits and credits, and financial statement structures.Demonstrated experience with General Ledger (GL) accounting, month-end close, journal entries, and account reconciliations.Strong analytical skills with the ability to investigate financial variances and identify root causes.Experience handling complex accruals, financial adjustments, and non-routine accounting entries.Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and deliver accurate results within established deadlines.Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.Preferred QualificationsExperience working with SAP or other large-scale ERP systemsCPA certification is a plus but not mandatory.Experience in a large corporate or complex organizational accounting environment.Background in financial reporting, technical accounting research, and audit support.Ideal Candidate Profile:The ideal candidate will be a well-rounded accounting professional with a strong foundation in public accounting and hands-on corporate accounting experience.We are particularly interested in Senior Accountants who are ready to advance into a supervisory-level position and can independently handle complex general ledger activities, financial analysis, month-end close procedures, and accounting quality control.Candidates with experience primarily limited to transactional activities such as accounts payable, accounts receivable collections, payroll processing, or basic bookkeeping may not align with the requirements of this position.