Supervisor - Accounting

Are you a driven accounting professional who thrives in both leadership and hands-on roles? We’re looking for a Supervisor - Accounting to lead our team, strengthen our financial operations, and ensure excellence in reporting and compliance.

In this role, you’ll lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing Accounting team, shaping everything from hiring and performance management to establishing meaningful metrics and driving continuous improvement. You’ll play a key part in fostering a collaborative, growth-oriented environment while coaching team members to reach their full potential.

Beyond team leadership, you’ll be a critical partner in maintaining the integrity of our financial operations. You’ll oversee day-to-day accounting activities, ensuring the accuracy of the general ledger and the timely preparation of financial statements and reports. You’ll also serve as a key point of contact for internal and external auditors, helping to ensure compliance with internal controls and SOX requirements.

This position has the ability to work remotely in any of the 40+ states in which TDS operates, with preference given to candidates located in the Madison, WI area.

• Provide leadership and direction to Accounting team:
  • Supervising team members, evaluating performance and providing feedback, and facilitating career development opportunities for direct reports
  • Develops personnel goals and objectives, and determines how to use resources to coordinate the activities of the function in order to meet business schedules and goals.
  • Development and maintenance of applicable metrics and reporting.
  • Development of standard processes and documentation.
  • Identify and lead business process improvement opportunities.
  • Maintain and foster effective relationships at all levels both within and outside of the company
  • Research and recommend appropriate accounting treatment for business activities and support applicable memo documentation
  • Ensure compliance with SOX and other internal controls and standard business practices.
  • Safeguard company assets (cash, fixed assets, inventory).
• Review work product of other team members
  • Validate work product is accurate and appropriate, including journal entries, financial analysis, external and regulatory reports, etc.
  • Provide feedback, including sharing best practices, to team member.
• May be assigned to management of one or more finance functional areas below:
  • General/Business Unit Accounting
    • Supervise process to prepare and review journal entries in accordance with regulatory and/or GAAP requirements
    • Review reconciliations and research discrepancies of balance sheet accounts
    • Supervise the compilation of monthly income statement and balance sheet analysis to support internal and external reporting
  • Operational Accounting
    • Effectively communicate financial information for internal and external audit
    • Review certain external regulatory filings and reporting
    • Lead certain accounting activities as assigned such as company level audits
    • Validate work product is accurate and appropriate 
  • Cash Accounting
    • Manage the monitoring of cash general ledger accounts and reconciliation of bank accounts and statements for completeness and accuracy.
    • Analyze the cause of over/shorts related to bank deposits where more complex analysis is required; work with leaders to minimize these discrepancies
    • Supervise daily reconciliation of all cash and non-cash receipts.
    • Lead the maintenance of procedural and control documentation for Cash Accounting activities.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) or 4+ years professional work experience
• 5+ years’ experience in the application of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) or equivalent combination of technical and functional experience
• 2+ years of experience directly supervising employees or leading projects/teams

Other Qualifications

• Experience with large process improvement and/or organizational efforts
• Occasional travel may be required
• CPA or eligibility to sit for the CPA within the first six months of employment.
• Knowledge of GAAP, SEC rules, and Sarbanes Oxley Act requirements
• Knowledge of quarterly, annual and periodic external reporting processes of 10-Q, 10-K, 8-K and other SEC filings
• Strong leadership abilities, thinking ahead of needs to help drive the best business decisions
• Ability to work effectively in a complex, fast moving organization, satisfying needs of diverse constituents, under the pressure of competing priorities
• Excellent written and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact persuasively at all levels of the organization
• Demonstrated ability to form long-term relationships at all levels both within and outside the organization
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications and SAP
• Strong results orientation, which includes achieving commitments, performance metrics and required delivery dates
• Ability to be a sharp, rigorous thinker who can operate as an intellectual leader among bright, high-energy people
• Ability to exhibits confidence and credibility and team-above-self outlook
• Ability to help foster a constructive development environment regarding training, recruitment, team building and change
• Ability to immerse self in the business and develop an understanding of the requirements of the users of the financial information
• Demonstrated experience in translating strategy into action with solid planning, execution and change management
• Strong personal and professional ethical values, impeccable integrity and the energy level and stamina required to meet the demands of the position
• Knowledge of telecommunications industry preferred

Do you meet the Required Qualifications but are unsure if your experience aligns with the Other Qualifications? We encourage you to apply! Research shows that many candidates hesitate to apply unless they meet 100% of the qualifications, even when they possess the skills and experience needed to succeed in the role. Experience and skills come in many forms, and they may not always match exactly what’s listed on paper, but they can still lead to success. If you meet the Required Qualifications and believe you have the potential to thrive in this role, we encourage you to apply today!

Benefits

We believe in taking care of our team, which is why we offer comprehensive benefits to support your health, financial well-being, and overall happiness. Join us and experience a work environment where your well-being is a top priority!

Associates scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week have access to:

• Medical Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• Generous Vacation & Paid Sick Leave
• Seven Paid National Holidays & One Floating Holiday
• Paid Parental Leave (6 weeks after 12 months of employment)
• Adoption & Surrogacy Assistance
• Employee Assistance & Wellness Programs 
• Commuter Program Benefit

Associates working 30 or more hours per week additionally have access to:

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Education Assistance
• Paid Volunteer Time 

In addition to these benefits, all associates will have the opportunity to participate in our Associate Resource Groups, which are designed to encourage community and facilitate professional development. 

Who is Telephone and Data Systems?

Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. (TDS) provides broadband, video and voice through its TDS Telecom business. Its Array business leases and offers tower space to third-party carriers. Founded in 1969, TDS is headquartered in Chicago. 

Founded in 1969, Telephone and Data Systems provides wireless infrastructure and broadband services through its businesses including Array and TDS Telecom. Visit tdsinc.com.

At TDS, we are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and value the difference of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives in our workforce. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

Pay Transparency

The listed pay range reflects the expected pay range for base salary.  Actual offers will be based on factors such as skills, qualifications, experience, location, and role-specific competencies. Some positions may also offer additional compensation, such as bonuses or equity awards.