Full Job Description
SCOPE:
The Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing core accounting functions, month-end close, financial reporting, cost accounting, budgeting, forecasting, audits, and ERP-driven financial processes. This role provides leadership to the accounting team and delivers operational and financial analysis to support plant and corporate decision-making.
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Oversee month-end close, including preparation and posting of journal entries.
• Serve as primary backup for Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and Payroll processing.
• Prepare consolidated and corporate financial reports and required month-end schedules.
• Monitor, analyze, and record intercompany transactions and eliminations.
• Manage physical inventory counts and reconciliations.
• Lead cost accounting activities, inventory valuation, and variance analysis.
• Develop and manage budgets and forecasts in partnership with Finance FP&A.
• Provide operational and production efficiency analysis, including KPIs, labor efficiency, other manufacturing variances, and capacity utilization.
• Support internal and external audits and ensure GAAP compliance.
• Lead an Oracle ERP system implementation and enhancements.
• Work on special projects for Finance and Accounting.
• Understand Production processes and activities to enhance supporting role.
• Initiate continuous improvements tasks to help enhance EBITDA.
• Analyze financial trends and provide actionable insights to plant and corporate leadership.
• Supervise, train, mentor, and develop accounting staff, when applicable.
• Establish and maintain strong cross-functional and corporate working relationships.
• Perform additional duties and corporate requests as assigned.
TECHNICAL SKILLS / KEY COMPETENCIES:
• Proficiency in ERP systems (Oracle preferred) and Microsoft 365 and BAAN.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, cost accounting principles, and internal controls.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Leadership and team development capabilities.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• Minimum of 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including supervisory responsibility.
• Experience in manufacturing and cost accounting is strongly preferred.
• Audit experience a plus.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Ability to sit for extended periods while working at a computer.
• Occasional standing, walking, or moving about the office/warehouse.
• Ability to lift or carry items up to 10-15 pounds (such as files, laptops, or office supplies).
• Manual dexterity to operate a keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment.
• Visual ability to read documents, screens, and reports.
• Clear verbal communication for meetings, phone calls, and presentations.
• Ability to focus on detailed tasks for sustained periods.
