Accounting Supervisor – NW Houston – dxv@fittsroberts.com

Summary:

This position is responsible for assisting the Sr. Manager of Accounting in overseeing the accounting operations in support of U.S. and Canada locations. This includes but not limited to general accounting, judgments with regard to the application of accounting principles and policies, financial reporting, and external/internal audit coordination.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage, develop and set goals for staff.
• Oversee the monthly close process, including financial analysis and preparation of various month-end deliverables.
• Ensure accuracy of financial statements through strict account reconciliation procedures and monthly Balance Sheet reviews.
• Develop and maintain financial reporting packages for internal use, executive management and field organizations.
• Account reconciliation and journal entry review and approval.
• Improve quality of account reconciliations i.e. account description, process overview and documentation supporting them.
• Establish relationship with locations with emphasis on creating environment where Shared Service is looked to as resource for accounting guidance and a business partner.
• Assist with external audit process
• Other projects as assigned

Competencies:

This supervisor must demonstrate ability in the following areas:

• Accountability & Drive for Results – Strong customer focus and collaborative skills
• Change Agent – Ability and readiness to embrace and successfully drive/implement change
• Functional/technical skills- Strong knowledge of US GAAP
• Process Optimization Focused
• Developer of People / Team – Strong leadership / team motivator, succession planning
• Team player; comfort in operating within a dynamic, complex organizational structure

Education:　　　　　　

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or other business related field.

CPA Certification Preferred

Experience:

The candidate must demonstrate ability to identify and implement process improvements, be a self-starter, and effectively interact and communicate across multiple organizations/functions.

• The candidate must be comfortable with complex accounting matters and demonstrate competency in US GAAP, current accounting regulations and internal controls.
• The candidate must have strong communication (oral and written) and relationship building skills.
• Experience with Hyperion Enterprise is preferred
• 8+years’ experience in accounting.