Interim Accounting Supervisor

RSM US LLP

Supervisor in Accounting and Finance Consulting practice focusing on general accounting responsibilities. Supporting various accounting projects and supervising financial reporting, reconciliations, and payroll accounting processes.

Posted 7/21/2026full-timeBoston • Connecticut, Illinois, Massachusetts, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $81,400 - $153,500 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in full cycle accounting, financial reporting, and compliance with GAAP. Proficient in Microsoft Excel for financial analysis and reporting, with a strong ability to supervise and train accounting staff.

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Full Cycle AccountingFinancial ReportingGAAP ComplianceMicrosoft Excel ProficiencyMonth-End Close Process

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Hard Skills

Journal Entry PreparationData ValidationBalance Sheet ReconciliationFinancial Statement AnalysisPayroll Accounting

Soft Skills

Verbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationTeam Leadership

Tools & Technologies

Accounting Software Packages

Certifications & Qualifications

BS/BA Degree in Accounting

Industry Keywords

Financial AccountingInternal ControlsAuditing Services

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the AFC team on various accounting projects.
Demonstrate basic to intermediate knowledge of complex financial accounting concepts.
Supervise the full accounting cycle, including preparation of journal entries (revenue, accruals), data validation, and reconciliation of balance sheet accounts including intercompany accounts, fixed assets, and inventory.
Prepare and analyze financial reports to provide insights into the company's financial performance.
Understand and apply debits and credits, and post journal entries accurately to maintain the general ledger.
Execute and oversee the month-end close process to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
Review and analyze financial statements, including income statements and balance sheets, to provide financial insights and ensure accuracy.
Supervise, perform and review balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of all balance sheet account types.
Oversee payroll accounting and perform related monthly reconciliations to ensure timely and accurate payroll processing.
Demonstrate advanced Microsoft Excel skills to analyze financial data and create detailed financial reports.
Provide guidance and training to junior accounting staff to ensure consistent application of accounting principles.
Ensure compliance with all regulations and internal controls by collaborating with auditing services.
Establish and maintain accounting systems to ensure accurate financial reporting.
Continuously evaluate and enhance accounting processes to ensure efficiency and accuracy.
Willingness to travel up to 25% of the year, depending on client needs.

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS/BA Degree in Accounting or equivalent degree
3+ years of experience in a hands-on role involving full cycle accounting with solid experience in financial reporting
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with accounting software packages
Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, and the month-end close processes
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Flexible work hours
Paid time off
Professional development opportunities
Discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance