Accountant Supervisor

Job Title: Accounting Supervisor

Location: Wichita, KS

Job Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Controller

About Us: Jump Start Stores, Inc is a locally owned convenience chain based in Wichita, Kansas.  What is the best thing about working for Jump Start?

Easy: our culture. We enjoy serving our customers and going above and beyond to exceed their expectations. Our energy builds a fun and fast paced environment that our teammates elevate daily. Are you ready to Jump Start your career?

Job Summary:

The Accounting Supervisor is responsible for leading and developing the accounting team while ensuring financial integrity, compliance, and operational efficiency. This role requires a strategic thinker who can drive process improvements, maintain data accuracy, and partner with key stakeholders to mitigate risks and optimize financial performance.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership and Team Development

• Lead and develop the accounting team by supporting their responsibilities and encouraging professional growth.
• Foster a culture of integrity, respect, and curiosity through open discussions and leading by example.
• Conduct regular one-on-one meetings with team members to prioritize their goals and development.
• Promote a problem-solving mindset by focusing on issues and root causes and developing solutions to completion.
• Maintain open communication within the team by sharing known issues and resolution paths.

Asset Stewardship & Risk Management

• Ensure the integrity and accuracy of company assets through effective process development and compliance reporting.
• Conduct timely account reconciliations, resolving outstanding items within 30 days or documenting unresolved issues.
• Collaborate with the Controller to manage and analyze financial policies and processes, ensuring effective risk mitigation.
• Collaborate with Operations to ensure financial processes are clear, accessible, and effective.
• Maintain government compliance by staying updated on relevant financial regulations.

Data Integrity and Reporting

• Support accurate and timely reporting by maintaining and correcting system information as needed.
• Oversee data accuracy, resolve discrepancies, and assist in the development of financial reports.
• Monitor financial reports such as Daily Sales Reports (DSR), margin analysis, payables, and inventory for potential issues.
• Work with Operations to address system, internet, and data integrity issues affecting financial reporting.

Continuous Improvement & Process Efficiency

• Partner with the Controller to regularly review and refine accounting processes, ensuring enhanced efficiency and accuracy.
• Work collaboratively with the Controller to identify opportunities for automation, focusing on exception management to reduce manual interventions.
• Optimize data and process flows, strengthening reporting capabilities and decision-making.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in accounting, with a preference for 1+ years of supervisory experience
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, reconciliations, and risk management.
• Proficiency in accounting systems and Microsoft Excel; experience with [SSCS, QuickBooks, or other relevant software] is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong leadership skills with commitment to team development and continuous improvement.