Our client is seeking a Cost Accounting Supervisor to support key accounting operations related to project-based work, capitalization activities, and asset accounting. This is a high-visibility role within a structured accounting environment and is well suited for a professional who thrives in a deadline-driven setting, enjoys cross-functional collaboration, and has experience working through month-end close in a corporate environment.
This position will oversee a blend of accounting and asset-related responsibilities, including tracking project costs, supporting capitalization reviews, managing reconciliations and journal entry review, and contributing to financial reporting and audit support. The role will also provide team leadership and help drive process improvement across the function.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee accounting for technology-related projects, including tracking project costs and ensuring proper accounting treatment
- Review software development costs and support capitalization activities in accordance with company policy and accounting standards
- Supervise asset management accounting activities, including journal entry review, reconciliations, and asset-related reporting
- Support the month-end close process, ensuring deadlines are met and deliverables are accurate and complete
- Prepare monthly management reporting, including variance analysis against budget and prior year
- Review balance sheet reconciliations and resolve outstanding reconciling items in a timely manner
- Partner with Finance, Technology, and other internal stakeholders to improve workflows, strengthen controls, and enhance efficiency
- Support internal and external audit requests by preparing documentation and responding to inquiries
- Lead, coach, and develop direct reports through ongoing feedback, performance management, and development support
- Contribute to the ongoing evolution of project accounting and fixed asset processes in alignment with broader organizational goals
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required
- CPA preferred
- Minimum 5+ years of accounting and financial reporting experience
- Prior supervisory or team leadership experience required
- Experience working in a structured corporate accounting environment
- Hands-on experience supporting month-end close, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting
- Strong understanding of accounting processes, controls, and balance sheet management
Brilliant Staffing, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status.