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General Supervisor, Accounting

Classification Information

Accounting
Accounting properly records the organizations financial transactions, assets, liabilities, revenue, and expenses in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). Maintains and reconciles general ledger accounts. Significant emphasis on creation of financial statements such as balance sheets, income statements, and cash flows with the corresponding supporting schedules. Provides financial and operational reports and analytics and may act as subject matter expert for system implementations.
Management / Leadership
Manager: The positions work is achieved through the direction of others. Managers have direct accountability for setting goals and using resources. They are responsible for administrative oversight of individuals, including conducting recommendations for hiring and termination, writing evaluations, disciplinary actions, day-to-day oversight as well as long-term goal setting and accountability for the performance and productivity of the employees. Managerial positions are reflected in the M1-M3 career track levels in the management/leadership track.
Level 1
Supervisor: Supervises experienced administrative, operative, and/or technical roles. Coordinates schedules and workflow for the team. Focuses on team completion of assignments and is responsible for ensuring the orientation and training of employees.
G - General Administration
Roles that are in administrative/ professional non-student facing functions.

Position Summary

The General Supervisor within Accounting is responsible for overseeing a team of accounting professionals and ensuring the smooth operation of daily accounting activities. This role involves supervising the team’s work, coordinating schedules, and managing the workflow to ensure timely completion of financial tasks. The supervisor is responsible for providing guidance to staff, ensuring that they are properly trained and oriented to their roles, and supporting their development through ongoing coaching and performance evaluations. The General Supervisor plays a key role in maintaining the accuracy and efficiency of the accounting department’s processes, including the proper recording of financial transactions, the reconciliation of general ledger accounts, and the preparation of financial statements such as balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements. They also ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and assist in the creation of financial reports and analysis. Additionally, the General Supervisor manages the performance and productivity of the accounting team, making recommendations for staffing, and handling administrative tasks such as performance evaluations, disciplinary actions, and goal setting. By overseeing day-to-day operations and ensuring the team’s effectiveness, the General Supervisor contributes to the overall financial health of the university and ensures that the department runs efficiently and in compliance with financial regulations.