Company Description

We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. Our 93,000 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Job Description

The Accounting Supervisor oversees the day-to-day accounting operations for Record to Report (R2R), Order to Cash (O2C), and Requisition to Pay (R2P). The role ensures accurate financial processing, timely reporting, effective collections and payables management, and compliance with company policies and internal controls.

Record to Report (R2R)

• Supervise general accounting activities including journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close.

• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting and compliance with accounting standards and internal controls.

• Support audits and the preparation of financial statements and management reports

Order to Cash (O2C) / Collections

• Oversee receivables, billing follow-up, and collection activities to support cash flow and working capital targets.

• Review aging reports, monitor overdue accounts, and coordinate with stakeholders to resolve collection issues.

• Ensure accurate recording of receipts, adjustments, and customer account balances.

Requisition to Pay (R2P) / Accounts Payable

• Oversee invoice processing, supplier reconciliations, and timely payment of vendor obligations.

• Ensure completeness of supporting documents, approvals, and compliance with procurement and payment policies.

• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to resolve invoice and payment concerns.

Team Leadership and Process Management

• Lead and develop three Team Leads and their respective teams across R2R, O2C, and R2P.

• Monitor performance, workload, and service delivery to ensure efficiency and accuracy.

• Drive process improvement, standardization, and audit readiness across all accounting functions

Internal Control and Compliance

Ensure compliance with company policies, statutory requirements, IMS procedures, and internal controls. Support risk identification, corrective actions, and proper retention of accounting records.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA is preferred. At least 5–7 years of relevant accounting experience, including supervisory exposure in general accounting, receivables, and payables

Additional Information

. Skills and Competencies

Strong leadership, accounting knowledge, analytical skills, attention to detail, communication ability, and a continuous improvement mindset.

Working Relationships

Works closely with Finance, Procurement, Operations, Commercial teams, auditors, vendors, customers, and other internal stakeholders.

Scope of Supervision

Supervises 3 Team Leads and 9 Headcounts across Record to Report, Order to Cash, and Requisition to Pay.