Accounting Supervisor
Fortis Fire & Safety
| Company | Fortis Fire & Safety |
| Category | Finance |
| Location | Schaumburg |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Manager |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 23 Jul 2026 |
| Last verified | 30 Jul 2026 |
| Source | Employer career page (greenhouse) |
Description
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Company Overview
At Fortis Fire & Safety, we provide industry-leading fire protection & security services across the United States. Our ever-growing footprint can be seen in California, Florida, North Carolina, and Chicago, and we are acquiring new brands all the time.
We are proud to work together as one team under the Fortis Fire & Safety family, which includes CJ Suppression, Diversified Systems, Inc., Integrated Fire & Security Solutions, LaMarco Systems, LifeSafety Management, Piper Fire Protection, and VFS Fire & Security Services. United by a shared mission, we deliver comprehensive fire protection and security solutions nationwide.
Joining Fortis means becoming part of a nationwide, next-generation fire protection company. We’re dedicated to a People-First philosophy, where we invest in our team through training and development, as well as a competitive benefits package. In return, we expect the very best from each of our employees every day.
If you are ready to be exceptional in your chosen career, apply to work with us today!
Here at Fortis and throughout our family of brands, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
Paid vacation and sick time
Company Paid Holidays
Additional paid time off for life events (e.g., jury duty, bereavement)
Competitive compensation
401(k) retirement plan with competitive company match
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
Short-term/Long-term disability insurance
Life Insurance
Career Advancement Opportunities and more!
**This is a general overview of benefits. Specific eligibility and coverage details will be provided during the hiring process** Job Summary:
Fortis Fire & Safety is seeking a skilled Accounting Supervisor to support our core accounting functions. This role is responsible for accurate financial reporting, general ledger management, reconciliations, and month-end close, with a strong focus on the accounting workflows specific to the trade, including project and service billing, work-in-progress tracking, and job costing.
The Accounting Supervisor plays a key role in ensuring the integrity of financial data, strengthening internal controls, and supporting corporate accounting and operations. This position oversees day-to-day billing, banking, and AP/AR activity while partnering on reporting, analysis, and close. The ideal candidate brings solid technical accounting skills, a disciplined and detail-oriented approach, and the ability to analyze financial data to support informed business decisions. This position also supports key initiatives such as ERP optimization (e.g., Q360) and ongoing process improvement across the organization. Some general office and administrative support may be required as business needs arise.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Manage service and project billing, including job costing, revenue and expense matching, and work-in-progress (WIP) tracking.
Support corporate month-end and year-end close processes, including physical inventory.
Support accurate and timely financial reporting, including reviewing financial data and ensuring transactions are recorded properly in accordance with GAAP.
Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable workflows, ensuring accuracy and appropriate internal controls.
Support day-to-day banking operations, including oversight of incoming and outgoing bank transactions.
Monitor accounting dashboards to ensure efficient day-to-day AP/AR operations.
Maintain and strengthen internal controls related to revenue, expenditures, and budgets.
Reconcile corporate card expenses and transactions monthly.
Prepare lien waivers.
Support process improvement initiatives, including ERP system implementation and optimization (e.g., Q360)
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