Supervisor - Accounting

Supervisor - Accounting

Salary

$79,373.00 - $142,085.00 Annually

Location

Headquarters: 2800 U.S. Hwy 281 N., San Antonio, TX

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2026-00209

Department

Financial Services

Opening Date

08/14/2026

Closing Date

9/13/2026 11:59 PM Central

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Grade 21: Starting annual salary $79,373.00. Rate of pay depends on qualifications.

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

The Supervisor - Accounting is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the general accounting function through supervision of assigned staff, including account reconciliations, monthly close, financial reporting, and process improvement. This role serves as a liaison between finance and operations to support timely and accurate reporting of financial data for operational needs and audit preparation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

General Accounting & Month-End Close:

• Prepares and reviews various general ledger functions such as journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, and adjusting entries, ensuring timely and accurate recording of financial transactions by established timelines.
• Prepares and reviews financial reports, schedules, and variance analyses for internal and external use.
• Analyzes and summarizes financial transactions to ensure integrity of data in the general ledger.
• Monitors and evaluates organizational activities that directly impact financial functions.
• Researches new accounting pronouncements and rules. Applies and interprets accounting laws, theory, concepts and practices.
• Compiles, interprets, and reviews financial data for external and internal users, including the external auditors.
• Provides guidance to staff by assigning, reviewing and approving the work.
• Selects, supervises, trains, develops and evaluates performance of assigned staff.
• Ensures compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Governmental Accounting Standard Board (GASB), and internal financial policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Process Improvement & Controls:

• Evaluates existing accounting and month-end close processes and recommends enhancements to improve efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls.
• Develops and implements accounting procedures and best practices in coordination with broader Finance department goals.
• Validates data integrity for financial system upgrades and improvements.
• Develops, recommends, and implements departmental goals and policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.
• Supports ERP system improvements and automation initiatives.
• Provides training and guidance to accounting staff and other departments on general and asset-related procedures and system.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

DECISION MAKING

• This position receives limited supervision.
• This position directly supervises the work of assigned staff.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelors Degree in Finance, Accounting or related field from an institution accredited by a recognized accrediting agency.
• Five years experience performing professional level accounting including two years supervisory experience.
• Three years' financial reporting experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in governmental or utility accounting strongly preferred.
• Licensed as a Certified Public Accountant or Master's Degree in Business Administration or Accounting.
• Experience or familiarity with financial analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to lead process improvement initiatives.

JOB DIMENSIONS

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate with both financial and non-financial staff.
• Proficient skill in accounting software systems; experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems is a plus (e.g., Infor Lawson version 11).
• Proficient PC skills in financial, word processing, and presentation software. Strong skills working with Microsoft Excel (i.e., Pivot tables, data mining and advanced formula creation).
• Strong intrapersonal communication skills with solid problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under deadlines and with attention to detail.
• Ability to establish and maintain contact with internal and external customers, consultants, and vendors.
• Ability to assist with timely and accurate reporting of the financial position and the results of operations for a consolidated entity with $899 million in annual revenues, $11 billion in assets, and an annual construction expenses in excess of $500 million.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Working conditions are in an office environment. Requires visual acuity, speech, hearing and manual dexterity necessary to operate basic office equipment.

May be required to work hours other than regular schedule such as nights and weekends.

San Antonio Water System values the contributions of all its employees, providing them the best in compensation and benefits. The benefits package is designed to attract and retain a workforce of qualified employees who share a responsibility in providing quality water to 1 million consumers.

From an affordable medical and dental plan to life-sustaining retirement and insurance plans, we offer benefits that reward employees for their commitment to a challenging career at SAWS. Employee benefits include the following:

• Competitive, market-based salaries
• Performance-based incentives
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Life insurance
• Prescription drug program
• Vision care plan
• Two retirement plans
• Deferred compensation plans (457 plan)
• Disability income
• Paid leave (vacation, sick, personal)
• Education assistance program
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible, tax-deferred health and dependent care spending accounts
• Wellness programs
• On-Site Fitness Facilities
• Community service opportunities

Click on the link for additional information regarding benefits: SAWS Benefits

01

Do you have a Bachelors Degree or higher level of education in in Finance, Accounting or related field from an institution accredited by a recognized accrediting agency?

• Yes
• No

02

Identify your degree type, and major.

03

How many years of experience do you have in performing professional level accounting?

• No experience
• Less than 2 years of experience
• Between 2 years of experience but less than 5 years of experience
• 5 years or more of experience

04

Describe your work experience performing professional level accounting as outlined in your applications and/or resume. If no experience, enter N/A.

05

How many years of supervisory experience do you possess?

• No experience
• Less than 1 years of experience
• Between 1 year of experience but less 2 years of experience
• 2 years or more of experience

06

Describe your supervisory experience, including the number and level of employees supervised, employee training, coaching, performance management, and professional development activities. If no experience, enter N/A.

07

Describe your work experience reviewing and approving the work of accounting staff, including journal entries, reconciliations, financial reports, and other accounting activities. If no experience, enter N/A.

08

How many years of financial reporting experience do you possess?

• No Experience
• Less than 1 year of experience
• Between 1 year of experience but less than 3 years of experience
• 3 years or more of experience

09

Describe your financial reporting work experience to include the types of reports prepared or reviewed, and your role in the month-end and year-end close processes as outlined in your application and/or resume. If no experience, enter N/A.

10

Are you licensed as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA)?

• Yes
• No

11

Describe your work experience preparing, reviewing, and/or coordinating account reconciliations. Include the complexity of the accounts involved and your role in ensuring timely completion and accuracy. If no experience, enter N/A.

12

Describe your cash accounting experience, including bank reconciliations, cash journal entries, cash analysis, forecasting, or related activities. If no experience, enter N/A.

13

Describe your payroll accounting experience, including payroll journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, benefit-related accounting, or other payroll-related responsibilities. If no experience, enter N/A.

14

Describe your work experience and related responsibilities in governmental or utility accounting. If no experience, enter N/A.

15

Which best describes your skill level in financial analysis?

• No Experience
• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Advanced
• Proficient

16

Describe the type of financial analysis experience you possess and the systems or software used. If no experience, enter N/A.

17

Describe your work experience and contributions with leading or participating in process improvement initiatives as it relates to accounting initiatives. If no experience, enter N/A.

18

Which best describes your proficiency level with Microsoft Excel.

• No Experience
• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Advanced
• Proficient

19

Describe your Excel experience, including formulas, pivot tables, lookups, reconciliations, or financial reporting. If no experience, enter N/A.

20

Describe your experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems and accounting software, including the systems used, length of experience, and how you utilized them in accounting, financial reporting, reconciliations, or other financial processes. If no experience, enter N/A.

Required Question

Employer San Antonio Water System

Address 2800 U.S. Hwy. 281 N.

San Antonio, Texas, 78212

Website https://www.saws.org/career-opportunities/