Supervisor, Accounting

Based in St. Louis, Core & Main is a leader in advancing reliable infrastructure™ with local service, nationwide®. As a specialty distributor with a focus on water, wastewater, storm drainage and fire protection products and related services, Core & Main provides solutions to municipalities, private water companies and professional contractors across municipal, non-residential and residential end markets, nationwide. With over 370 locations across the U.S., the company provides its customers local expertise backed by a national supply chain. Core & Main’s 5,700 associates are committed to helping their communities thrive with safe and reliable infrastructure. Visit to learn more. Job Summary Responsible for overseeing proper and timely recording of financial transactions in the general ledger in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. Develops, recommends, and implements accounting practices throughout Core & Main to ensure that financial and operating data accurately reflects the condition of the business or unit and provides reliable information necessary to control operations. Major Tasks, Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities Supervises and coordinates activities of associates performing accounting and bookkeeping tasks. Plans and assigns work and schedules the daily workflow. Ensures that the assigned day-to-day operations are carried out in accordance with established accounting principles, policies, and objectives. Develops, recommends, and implements systems and procedural changes for the general accounting function. Develops and recommends improvements to expedite work and improve accuracy of accounting methods and procedures. Coordinates accounting matters with other departments, locations and divisions.Responds to requests, projects and inquiries from management by providing information, possible solutions and conducting research. Performs other duties as assigned. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, or related field. CPA preferred. Supervisory experience. Inventory/Manufacturing Experience preferred. Microsoft Dynamics 365 Experience preferred. Career Level Dimensions Typical Training/Experience Typically requires BS/BA in a related discipline. Generally 5+ years experience in a related field. May require certification. Advanced degree may offset less experience in some disciplines. Problem Complexity Experience provides solutions. Autonomy Ensures that work is performed consistently with Core & Main's policies and procedures. Leadership Leads a group or team of support, craft, or lower level professional associates. Environmental Job Requirements Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable. No travel required. Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles. Core & Main is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment at Core & Main is based solely on a person’s merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. Core & Main does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship, or any other basis protected by law. None of the questions in this application are intended to elicit information regarding any protected characteristics, nor imply any limitation, illegal preferences or discrimination based upon non-job-related information or protected characteristics. For more information, please click here or visit