Accounting Supervisor

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for an Accounting Supervisor for a RIGHT TO HIRE assignment with one of our premier Utilities clients in San Jose, CA. Under the general direction of the Controller, the Accounting Supervisor plans, supervises, coordinates, and reviews the work of professional accounting staff in the areas of capital expenditures, depreciation, advances for construction, general ledger, payroll, cash management, and accounts payable; performs related work as required. The incumbent is distinguished by the level of supervisory responsibility assumed, the complexity of duties assigned and the application of independent judgment and discretion. He/she performs accounting work of an advanced level requiring a comprehensive knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).

Responsibilities :

• Assigns, directs, trains and reviews the work of accountants performing day-to-day accounting duties, including, but not limited to, fixed assets, accounts receivable, accounts payable, cash management and payroll
• Critically review fixed assets and CIP activities for appropriate accounting treatment and develop/maintain strong control processes
• Manage proper recording of fixed assets, including acquisitions, dispositions, impairments, retirements and depreciation of assets
• Prepares and/or reviews journal entries and manages the month-end close process to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting; posts, balances, and reconciles the general ledger and subsidiary accounts; prepares, reconciles, reviews and analyzes financial records, statements, and reports as required
• Participate in the development of policies and procedures
• Ensure compliance with established policies and procedures and make recommendations for changes and improvement
• Interact with internal and external auditors and assist with related deliverables
• Perform ad-hoc analysis and assist with the execution of special projects as needed
• Identify opportunities to improve existing accounting processes and strengthen internal controls

Required Skills:

• Knowledge and skill in the application of generally accepted accounting principles
• Sarbanes-Oxley internal control compliance
• Technical accounting knowledge of the long-lived asset process
• Knowledge of accounting information systems
• Principles of supervision and training. Ability to review and analyze complex accounting and financial data
• Reconcile journals, ledgers and legal documents
• Ensure compliance with applicable financial reporting and accounting regulations
• Organize work, set priorities and meet critical deadlines
• Utilize a personal computer and current applications of accounting, word processing and spreadsheet software programs. Good written and oral communication skills.
• A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in accounting or other related field
• Five years of professional level accounting experience including two years of supervisory experience, preferably in the public sector
• Public accounting experience and intent to become CPA certified highly desired
• Diversified experience with financial accounting systems, particularly JD Edwards Enterprise One, Power Plant, Insight, Floqast, Microsoft Excel and database software is desirable
  

SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at https://sgainc.com .

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