Job Summary:The Accounting Manager will plan and direct the accounting activities of the department.
Supervisory Responsibilities:- Manages the accounting staff who are responsible for financial reporting, billing, collections, payroll, and budget preparation.
- Recruits and hires accounting and financial staff and conducts performance evaluations.
- Coordinates training programs for new staff and identifies training needs for current staff.
Duties/Responsibilities: Financial Reporting & Month-End Close
- Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process while ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
- Review journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, reserves, and intercompany transactions.
- Prepare and analyze financial statements, including the Balance Sheet, Income Statement, and Statement of Cash Flows.
- Develop financial reports, variance analyses, KPI dashboards, and cash flow forecasts for executive leadership.
- Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies.
Manufacturing & Cost Accounting
- Oversee inventory accounting for raw materials, work-in-process (WIP), and finished goods.
- Manage standard costing, product costing, and inventory valuation processes.
- Analyze manufacturing variances including labor, material, overhead, and purchase price variances.
- Partner with Operations to identify opportunities for cost reduction, process improvements, and increased profitability.
- Lead physical inventory counts, cycle count programs, inventory reconciliations, and inventory accuracy initiatives.
Accounting Operations
- Manage Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger, fixed assets, payroll support, and banking activities.
- Maintain strong internal controls that protect company assets and ensure financial integrity.
- Assist in developing annual budgets, forecasts, and long-range financial plans.
- Monitor cash management activities and support treasury functions.
- Ensure timely completion of all accounting activities while maintaining accuracy and compliance.
Leadership & Compliance
- Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team by fostering accountability, collaboration, and professional growth.
- Coordinate internal and external audits and prepare supporting documentation.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local reporting requirements, including tax filings.
- Develop, document, and improve accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
- Champion continuous improvement initiatives and implement financial automation tools to improve efficiency and scalability.
Required Skills/Abilities:- Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, cost accounting, inventory accounting, and internal controls.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including financial modeling and data analysis.
- Experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, Epicor, OneStream, or similar manufacturing systems.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
Education and Experience:- Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Five or more years of progressive accounting experience.
- Minimum of two years of accounting experience within a manufacturing environment.
Preferred:
- CPA designation or CPA-equivalent experience.
- Experience supporting light manufacturing operations.
- Experience implementing ERP enhancements, AP automation, robotic process automation (RPA), or other financial technology solutions.
- Experience developing financial dashboards and key performance indicators (KPIs).
Physical Requirements:- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
