Accounting Supervisor
Spindrift
- Newton, MA
- $85,000-120,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Lead and manage a team of four (two in Accounts Payable, two in Accounts Receivable), including conducting weekly 1:1 meetings to support development, provide feedback, and ensure alignment on priorities.
- Oversee the end-to-end Accounts Payable process, including vendor onboarding, invoice entry, coding, approvals, and timely payment execution.
- Ensure accuracy and compliance of all vendor payments, resolving discrepancies promptly and maintaining strong vendor relationships.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT, Procurement, and Accounting to troubleshoot issues, clarify coding, and improve invoice processing efficiency.
- Monitor aging reports, unapplied credits, and duplicate payments, and implement corrective actions as needed.
- Support the Accounts Receivable team in issuing credit memos, applying cash, and reconciling outstanding balances.
- Develop, document, and continuously improve AP and AR processes, ensuring alignment with internal policies and external audit requirements.
- Assist with month-end close by preparing reconciliations and supporting schedules related to AP and AR.
- Train and onboard new team members and identify opportunities for ongoing training and development.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external AP/AR inquiries.
- Manage and process bi-weekly payroll for U.S.-based employees (~200 and growing).
- Own the payroll calendar and ensure timely processing and reporting.
- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local payroll tax laws across the continental United States.
- Perform research and resolve complex payroll and tax issues as they arise.
- Maintain accurate payroll records and documentation.
- Oversee payroll system configuration and reporting.
- Partner with HR and Benefits teams to align payroll and benefits administration.
- Stay current on payroll laws and regulations across all applicable jurisdictions.
- Partner with Finance and external advisors on payroll tax filings and audits.
- Support financial audit with appropriate documentation and control processes.
- Support Finance leadership with AP, AR, and payroll-related GL entries and reconciliations.
- Collaborate with the HR team on compensation changes, bonuses, and terminations.
- Help design scalable processes for payroll, time tracking, and compliance reporting.
- 5+ Years of progressive experience in general ledger accounting and payroll administration including oversight of AP and AR staff
- Demonstrated ability to perform research on emerging payroll topics and new state requirements.
- High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Ability to thrive in a dynamic, growth-stage company environment.
- Comfortable taking ownership and implementing new processes to improve efficiency and scalability.
- Familiarity with accounting systems (NetSuite preferred, but not required).
- Experience with payroll systems (Engage, Paylocity, Paycom, etc.).
- Highly proficient with Excel and Microsoft Office suite.
- Knowledge of U.S. payroll tax laws, wage and hour laws, and payroll best practices is a plus.
- Must be able to work from our Newton, MA office at least 4 days a week
- Short-term incentive programs specific to level and department
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with a current employer contribution rate of 80% towards monthly premiums, regardless of plan type selected
- Company-paid life insurance, and a 401k retirement savings plan with a company match
- Monthly cell phone allowance
- Annual allowances for personal use of Spindrift product, health and wellness, professional development, and social justice education
- A host of voluntary benefits including but not limited to additional life insurance, short-term disability and long-term disability insurance
- In addition to any paid leave benefits required by regulation, the company provides paid parental leave, vacation, sick, personal, bereavement, community service, and holiday time