Lead Accountant Supervisor

The Accountant/ Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the daily accounting functions of the company supervising Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable staff supporting month-end close activities and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data. This role serves as a key partner to the President and Fractional Controller and will play an important role in developing a formal credit department optimizing ERP processes and supporting the companys continued growth.

The ideal candidate is highly organized systems-oriented and comfortable balancing transactional accounting responsibilities with process improvement initiatives.

Accounting & Financial Operations

• Oversee daily accounting operations including accounts receivable accounts payable cash management and accounting activities.
• Support the Fractional Controller with month-end and year-end close processes.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records and transactions.
• Assist with audits financial reporting and special projects as needed.
• Monitor aging reports and support collections efforts.

Team Leadership

• Supervise and develop a team of two AR/AP personnel.
• Establish priorities workflows and performance expectations.
• Provide coaching training and support to ensure efficient and accurate processing of transactions.
• Foster accountability and continuous improvement within the accounting team.

Credit & Collections

• Develop and implement a formal credit department and credit approval process.
• Establish customer credit policies and procedures.
• Monitor customer credit exposure and recommend appropriate credit limits.
• Partner with sales and customer service teams to manage credit risk while supporting business growth.
• Oversee collection efforts and account resolution strategies.

Systems & Process Management

• Serve as the primary accounting lead for the companys ERP system Comet.
• Maintain and optimize accounting workflows between Comet and Sage Intacct.
• Identify opportunities for automation efficiency improvements and enhanced reporting capabilities.
• Support system upgrades implementations testing and user training.

Compliance & Administration

• Manage business licenses permits and regulatory filings.
• Ensure compliance with state and local business requirements.
• Maintain documentation and internal controls related to accounting operations.
• Support sales tax administration and related compliance activities.

• 5 years of progressive accounting or bookkeeping experience.
• Prior experience supervising accounting staff.
• Strong understanding of accounts payable accounts receivable general ledger and month-end close processes.
• Experience working within ERP systems and accounting software.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other business software applications.
• Strong organizational analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

Preferred

• Experience with Sage Intacct.
• Experience with
• Experience with Comet ERP or similar distribution/produce industry ERP systems.
• Experience establishing credit policies and managing credit risk.
• Background in food distribution produce wholesale or inventory-based businesses.
• Associates or Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or related field.

• Medical dental and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Profit Sharing