Accounting Supervisor jobs in Portsmouth, NH

• Lead project accounting efforts, including ensuring proper software utilization for tracking and data optimization, with a constant focus on margin analysis.
• Supervise office accounts receivable processes to include accurate and timely invoicing, collections, reduction of AR aging days; review and process lien waivers and notifications, and release processes.
• Supervise office accounts payable processes to include purchasing, proper cost accounting, internal financial controls, and the maximization of vendor discounts.
• Coordinate with the Regional Accounting Manager for month-end, quarter-end, or year-end processes.
• Monitor financial and accounting data such as equipment rental costs, overtime utilization, and related data; generate and provide timely reports as needed, scheduled, or requested.
• Work with project managers, estimators / sales, and others to ensure necessary data and information is available.
• Learn and understand MEI’s internal systems processes from quotes to invoicing and be able to train others; oversee and coordinate process improvement initiatives.
• Perform variance analyses, and related analyses monthly.
• Manage customer processes including thoroughly reviewing purchase orders, and the establishment of credit approvals and credit limits.
• Process payroll reporting for Certified Payroll.
• Supervise the credit card coding and review approvals.
• Assist with the management of monthly storage / warehousing billings; serve as backup for the accounting team and related transactional work.
• Perform all other duties as assigned or necessary.

• High School Diploma or equivalent required. Post-secondary coursework relating to accounting preferred; a combination of education, experience, and a strong understanding of accounting principles will be considered.
• Three (3) to five (5) years’ experience in accounting; minimum of one (1) year experience working with accounting software or systems required.
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of accounting related software, ERP systems, Business Central, and MS Dynamics 365 knowledge highly preferred.
• Have a good ability to evaluate customer’s credit worthiness for credit extension requests; excellent customer service skills regarding invoicing and collection efforts.
• Possess a good understanding of regulations, policies, and procedures as they relate to accounting; ability to instruct others on accounting concepts and best practices.
• Background or experience in accounting leadership necessary.
• Strong computer skills using a Windows based system; advanced knowledge of MS Office – particularly Excel.
• Utilize critical thinking and deductive reasoning concepts; have the ability to problem-solve complex issues and make decisions.
• Is self-directed and self-motivated; manages time efficiently and encourages good time-management practices with others.
• Strong understanding of administrative procedures and office protocols.
• Excellent communication skills with a good understanding of the English language, including grammar, and the meaning and spelling of words.

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