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Accounting Supervisor
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An Accounting Supervisor supervises accounting staff, assists with accounting and auditing for a company, and prepares financial reports. Works with other department or operations staff to track expenditures and manage budgets.
$93,649 / year median in California
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Description A growing manufacturing company in San Marcos is looking for an Accounting Supervisor to help oversee daily accounting operations while partnering closely with the Controller and Finance leadership. This is a great opportunity for a Senior Accountant who is ready to take on more leadership, review work, improve processes, and become a key resource for the accounting team. You'll have exposure across month-end close, reconciliations, AP/AR oversight, financial reporting, and internal controls. What you'll own + Supervise and review day-to-day accounting activities + Lead portions of the monthly and year-end close + Review journal entries and account reconciliations + Oversee AP and AR activity + Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements + Monitor general ledger accuracy + Review accruals, prepaids, fixed assets, and other balance sheet accounts + Investigate variances and unusual transactions + Assist with budgeting and forecasting + Coordinate audit and tax-related requests + Develop and document accounting procedures + Identify opportunities to automate or streamline processes + Train and mentor accounting staff + Serve as a backup to the Controller when needed Requirements + 4-6+ years of progressive accounting experience + Previous supervisory or lead experience preferred + Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field + Strong understanding of GAAP + Advanced Excel skills + Experience with an ERP/accounting system + Strong month-end close experience + Manufacturing or inventory accounting experience is a plus + Excellent analytical and communication skills Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .