Accounting Manager

CPM Holdings, Inc.

$75K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
  • CPA designation (active, inactive, or in-progress)
  • 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing setting
  • Exposure to cost accounting, inventory processes, and ERP implementation
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar)
  • Solid understanding of GAAP and internal controls

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and review journal entries and manage month-end close activities
  • Ensure the integrity of general ledger and sub-ledger interfaces
  • Support the implementation of SAP Business One with a focus on financial modules
  • Help develop standardized costing methods aligned with manufacturing operations
  • Contribute to financial statement preparation in accordance with GAAP
  • Ensure compliance with corporate policies and statutory requirements
  • Document and improve standard operating procedures related to finance

Benefits

  • Not a remote position
  • Opportunity to engage in ERP implementation
  • Support for professional development through CPA designation
  • Collaborative environment with cross-departmental teamwork
  • Engagement in operational improvements and process standardization
Full Job Description
ABOUT THE ROLE:
We are seeking a detail-oriented, accurate, and curious Accounting Manager to support financial operations, cost accounting, and ERP implementation at our manufacturing facility. This role is key to standardizing financial processes, ensuring accurate reporting, and maintaining strong internal controls in line with accounting standards. You'll also help implement SAP Business One, focusing on data integrity, product costing, and system accuracy to support efficient reporting and inventory control. Ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, learns quickly, and enjoys solving problems while driving operational improvements.

*This is not a remote position*

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Financial Reporting & Accounting Operations
  • Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close activities.
  • Ensure the integrity of the general ledger and sub-ledger interfaces and manage intercompany transactions.
  • Perform reconciliations and support balance sheet account analysis.
  • Manage and reconcile the construction in progress and capitalization of all fixed assets
  • Contribute to the timely and accurate preparation of financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
  • Assist in the preparation of audit schedules and monthly and quarterly Blackline reporting.
Costing, Systems & ERP Implementation
  • Support the implementation of SAP Business One, ensuring financial modules are configured correctly.
  • Work closely with IT, operations, and finance teams to validate data and drive a smooth ERP transition.
  • Ensure accurate data entry related to cost of goods, inventory, and product costing to support effective system performance.
  • Help develop standardized costing methods and reporting tools aligned with manufacturing operations.
Internal Controls & Compliance
  • Ensure adherence to corporate policies, accounting standards, and relevant statutory requirements.
  • Help document and improve standard operating procedures (SOPs) related to finance and accounting.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
  • CPA designation (active, inactive, or in-progress).
  • Exposure to cost accounting, inventory processes, and ERP implementation
  • 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
  • Strong Microsoft Excel skills and experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar).
  • Solid understanding of GAAP, internal controls, and general accounting principles
  • Ability to travel up to 25% of the time

KEY COMPETENCIES:
  • Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
  • Fast learner with a naturally curious mindset and a desire to improve processes.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and a solutions-oriented approach to challenges.
  • Effective communicator with the ability to explain financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders.
  • Highly organized, proactive, and capable of managing multiple priorities and meeting strict deadlines.
  • Professional integrity when dealing with confidential or sensitive information.
  • Familiarity with standard costing, manufacturing workflows, and inventory.

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