Accounting Supervisor

3-5 Years

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Job Description

Supervise daily accounting operations, including accounts receivable, collections, accounts payable, and bookkeeping.
Monitor and ensure timely posting of transactions, invoicing, and payment processing.
Oversee collection activities, follow up with clients, and ensure on-time settlement of receivables.
Review and verify the accuracy of journal entries, reconciliations, and financial records.
Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and regulatory requirements.
Prepare periodic financial reports, summaries, and updates for management.
Assist in month-end and year-end closing activities.
Coordinate with internal departments to resolve billing or payment discrepancies.
Lead, train, and mentor accounting staff to ensure team productivity and accuracy.
Recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency within the accounting workflow.

Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Accountancy, Finance, or any related field.
At least 35 years of relevant accounting experience, with at least 12 years in a supervisory or team lead role.
Experience in freight forwarding/logistics, construction, transport, or shared services is highly preferred.
Strong understanding of accounting processes such as collections, AR/AP, bank reconciliation, and general bookkeeping.
Knowledge of accounting systems and MS Office applications.
Strong analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage a team with excellent leadership and coaching skills.
Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to work under minimal supervision.