AP Supervisor / Sr Accountant

Client in Portsmouth, VA is seeking an AP Supervisor who will be responsible for the administration of the accounts payable function to include the direct supervision of the Accounts Payable team

Analyzes expense reports and vendor invoices for accuracy and eligibility for payment

Ensures proper recordkeeping of purchases for use in tax preparation and periodic audits

Reviews/approves company credit card transactions

Prepares system and manual accruals

Ensures proper maintenance, filing and storage of records

Learns and follows internal controls, policies, and procedures applicable to role

Develops broad understanding of internal control and business system process interdependency

Interacts with other process teams to resolve problems

Evaluates exceptions, documents variations, recommends improvements to internal controls, policies, and procedures

Supports internal and external financial audits

Primary point of contact for a process functional area for internal and external audits

Additional Duties and Responsibilities:

Serves as prime point of contact for internal and external customers

Contributes to the end results of the company through organizing, planning, and managing accounting operations

Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs

Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree (Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Economics)

Master's Degree preferred (Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Economics)

Certified Public Accountant or Certified Management Accountant - preferred

Certified VBLSS Green Belt preferred

Detail oriented

Advanced Excel skills - able to develop complex Excel models using connected data sources for ad hoc analysis or repetitive use by others

Development of SQL queries and other data calls as model inputs

Able to decompose dependent data requirements for sequential data conditioning

Create simple interfaces for user inputs and structured outputs for reports and interfaces

Able to work in a team environment

Able to analyze problems and rectify discrepancies

Minimum Requirements:

4-8 years of progressive experience in accounting roles

2+ years direct supervisory experience