Corporate Accounting Supervisor

Overview

The Corporate Accounting Supervisor will support several key duties of the Corporate Accounting department, including Accounts Payable, Revenue and Billing, Payroll, and Financial Statement preparation.  This role involves reviewing payables, submitting and approving journal entries, supporting the financial statement audit, and regular reporting and analytics. The Corporate Accounting Supervisor will report directly to the Accounting Manager and will collaborate closely with the Client Accounting and Charter Accounting teams. This role involves the supervision of 1–3 direct reports, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback.

Essential Responsibilities/Duties

Accounts Payable & Vendor Management

• Review and approve payable invoices to vendors
• Prepare periodic reporting and analytics on aged payables
• Administer the Corporate Credit Card program

 

Month-End Close & Journal Entries

• Prepare month-end accruals and journal entries
• Perform and review balance sheet reconciliations and investigate and resolve variances in a timely manner
• Support financial statement audits by preparing audit schedules and responding to auditor inquiries

 

Tax Compliance & Reporting

• Manage Federal Excise Tax (FET) payments and perform related reconciliations
• Oversee 1099 management, including preparation, filing, and vendor coordination
• Collaborate with external tax preparers to provide necessary documentation and support

 

Reporting & Analytics

• Monitor and report on key metrics
• Provide monthly financial reporting

 

Collaboration

• Provide vision, leadership, and guidance to direct reports; coach and mentor staff to foster a high-performance work environment
• Facilitate regular team communications and meetings with established agendas
• Set clear performance expectations and provide timely feedback and coaching to team members

 

Process Improvement & Internal Controls

• Prepare and review key internal control procedures and documentation and ensure compliance with Company policies

 

Team Leadership

• Partner with Corporate, Client, and Charter Accounting to ensure best practices, adherence to deadlines, and data accuracy
• Work cross-functionally with other departments to support financial reporting and operational goals
• Liaise with external auditors, tax preparers, and other third parties as needed

Qualifications

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of accounting-related experience
• Previous experience in a leadership or supervisory capacity

Technical Skills

• Proficient in financial software packages and ERP systems. Experience with Oracle Fusion or similar accounting platform preferred
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other relevant tools required.

Analytical Skills

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy in work products

Leadership Abilities

• People oriented / approachable / friendly
• Proven ability to lead and motivate a team
• Able to provide feedback and coaching to team members

Adaptability

• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work in a dynamic environment
• Willingness to take on new challenges and responsibilities
• Strong ability to multi-task

Ethical Conduct

• Commitment to ethical standards and confidentiality
• Driven to do the right thing and uphold a high level of integrity in financial operations
• Courage to share ideas / issues on a timely basis and drive for solutions.

 

Specific Qualifications/Certifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) in accounting, finance, or related field

Additional Information

Location

• This position is based in the Corporate Headquarters in Petaluma, CA. It is currently a Hybrid position with in-office work a minimum of two days per week (Tuesdays and Wednesdays preferred)

Salary Range: $90,000 - $100,000