Accounting Manager

The Forum Group$88K — $105K *
Bryan, TX 77803In-Person
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
  • 7+ years of accounting experience, specifically with full-cycle close and general ledger ownership.
  • Relevant professional certification preferred.
  • Experience supervising or mentoring accounting staff.
  • Working knowledge of cost accounting and project-based financial processes.
  • Experience in manufacturing or project-based environments is advantageous.
  • Strong Excel and systems experience, particularly with Microsoft Dynamics Business Central, Power BI, and OneStream.
  • Self-starter with strong initiative and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

  • Lead monthly close activities including journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis.
  • Oversee day-to-day accounting operations to ensure financial data accuracy.
  • Support project accounting processes such as job cost tracking and milestone billing.
  • Assist in developing and maintaining cost accounting methods and reporting tools.
  • Partner with operations to understand cost drivers and verify forecasting efforts.
  • Supervise and mentor accounting staff, promoting collaboration and accountability.
  • Prepare and review financial reports including earnings and cash flow metrics.
  • Provide support for internal and external financial audits, maintaining proper documentation.

Benefits

  • Fostering a culture of curiosity, accountability, and continuous learning.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development within a supportive environment.
  • Commitment to creating a safe workplace where no one gets hurt.
  • Customer-focused approach that aligns with integrity in organizational practices.
Full Job Description
Summary:

We are seeking a motivated and collaborative Accounting Manager to lead core accounting operations at our Bryan, Texas facility. This role is ideal for someone with a strong foundation in general ledger and full-cycle close, who has experience supervising or mentoring others, and has working knowledge of cost accounting and project-based financial support. You'll work closely with operations and project teams, gaining exposure to manufacturing cost structures and Percentage-of-Completion (POC) accounting.

At our Bryan site, we foster a culture of curiosity, accountability, and continuous learning. Across the organization, we are committed to being a good place to work, staying customer focused, ensuring no one gets hurt, and acting with integrity in everything we do.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead monthly close activities including journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis.
  • Oversee day-to-day accounting operations and ensure accuracy of financial data.
  • Support project accounting processes including job cost tracking, milestone billing, and POC entries.
  • Assist in developing and maintaining cost accounting methods and reporting tools.
  • Partner with operations to understand cost drivers and support forecasting efforts.
  • Supervise and mentor accounting staff, fostering a collaborative and accountable team environment.
  • Prepare and review financial reports including earnings, cash flow, and cost performance metrics.
  • Provide support for internal and external financial audits by following established procedures and maintaining proper documentation as required by internal controls.
  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives for accounting processes and systems.


Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
  • 7+ years of accounting experience, including full-cycle close and general ledger ownership.
  • Relevant professional certification preferred.
  • Experience supervising or mentoring accounting staff.
  • Working knowledge of cost accounting and project-based financial processes.
  • Experience in manufacturing or project-based environments is a plus.
  • Strong Excel and systems experience - current operating systems include Microsoft Dynamics Business Central, Power BI, and OneStream.
  • Self-starter with strong initiative, attention to detail, and a team-first mindset.


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