Accounting Supervisor Requirements, Skills & Qualifications

The following common skills and qualifications are required of an Accounting Supervisor:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) accreditation.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong management and leadership skills.
  • Effective communication skills.
  • Detail-oriented.
  • Proven experience working as an Accounting Supervisor.
  • Sound knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
  • The ability to process large amounts of numerical data.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Accounting Supervisor skill, qualifications and experience. Job requirements for specific Accounting Supervisor roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.