Supervisor, Accounting

The Accounting Supervisor oversees daily accounting operations, including transaction recording, reconciliations, reporting, and compliance. They ensure financial integrity, support audits, and provide accurate data to management for decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Transactions

• Supervise recording of sales, purchases, expenses, and payroll entries.
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of daily accounting activities.

Reconciliation & Reporting

• Oversee bank reconciliations, cash flow monitoring, and petty cash management.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Validate store-level accounting records against system reports.

Compliance & Audit

• Ensure adherence to accounting standards, tax regulations, and company policies.
• Support internal and external audits with proper documentation.

Inventory & Cost Control

• Coordinate with operations to reconcile inventory and cost of goods sold.
• Monitor variances and investigate discrepancies.

Team Supervision

• Train and manage accounting staff, assigning tasks and monitoring performance.
• Provide guidance on accounting procedures and system usage.

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Work closely with store managers, HR, and procurement to ensure financial accuracy.
• Support management with financial analysis for decision-making.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
• Experience: 3–5 years in accounting, with at least 1–2 years in a supervisory role (preferably in retail).
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in accounting software (ERP, QuickBooks, SAP), MS Excel, and financial reporting.
• Soft Skills: Leadership, analytical thinking, attention to detail, and communication skills.