Accounting Supervisor

Selby Jennings Ltd

  • Whitehall, OH
  • 14 days ago

    Highlights

    This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for ensuring accurate transaction processing, supporting month-end close activities, and maintaining compliance with accounting policies in a dynamic, growth-oriented manufacturing environment. Partner cross-functionally with operations, procurement, human resources, and other business leaders to support organizational objectives and resolve accounting matters.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationWhitehall, OH

    Description

    Position Summary

    Seeking an Accounting Supervisor to oversee daily accounting operations with a primary focus on Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for ensuring accurate transaction processing, supporting month-end close activities, and maintaining compliance with accounting policies in a dynamic, growth-oriented manufacturing environment.

    This position is fully onsite.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Maintain accounting processes, procedures, and documentation to support consistency and accuracy across the accounting function.
    • Supervise Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable activities, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices, payments, collections, and related transactions.
    • Serve as a resource for the accounting team, providing guidance on transaction processing, issue resolution, and accounting best practices.
    • Assist with oversight of AP operations and provide support during periods of increased workload.
    • Review and post journal entries while ensuring compliance with US GAAP and internal policies.
    • Manage accounting activities related to payroll, fixed assets, inventory, and other balance sheet accounts.
    • Support month-end close activities, financial reporting, and ad hoc analysis for leadership.
    • Assist with internal and external audit requests and maintain accurate supporting documentation.
    • Help prioritize team workload and contribute to the development and training of accounting staff.
    • Partner cross-functionally with operations, procurement, human resources, and other business leaders to support organizational objectives and resolve accounting matters.

    Qualifications

    Required

    • Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
    • 3+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within a manufacturing, distribution, or multi-entity environment.
    • Strong experience with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes.
    • Solid understanding of US GAAP and accrual-based accounting principles.
    • Experience with month-end close and account reconciliations.
    • Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups, and data analysis.
    • Experience working with ERP systems.
    • Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
    • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
    • Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
    • Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

    Preferred

    • CPA, CMA, ACCA, or similar professional certification.
    • Experience within manufacturing, consumer products, distribution, or other operationally focused industries.
    • Previous supervisory, lead, or mentoring experience.
    • Experience supporting multiple locations, business units, or entities.
    • Proven ability to drive process improvements, automation, and operational efficiencies.

    Core Competencies

    • Ownership and accountability
    • Results-driven mindset
    • Continuous learning and adaptability
    • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
    • Effective communication and collaboration
    • Process improvement orientation
    • Ability to thrive in changing environments
    • Team leadership and development
    • High attention to detail and commitment to quality

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