Accounting Manager

About the role

The Accounting Manager will oversee day‑to‑day accounting operations while ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and efficient accounting processes. This is a hands‑on leadership position responsible for the general ledger, month‑end close, financial reporting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and fixed assets. The manager will partner closely with company leadership, provide financial analysis and operational insight, and lead and develop the accounting team.

Why this opportunity stands out

• Join a stable, long‑standing Northeast Ohio manufacturing organization with a strong reputation and employee‑focused culture.
• Own the full accounting cycle with oversight of GL, close, financial reporting, AP, AR, payroll, and fixed assets.
• High‑visibility role partnering with leadership on budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and business decisions.
• Opportunity to lead and develop accounting staff while improving processes, controls, and reporting.
• Strong benefits package including 401(k) match, paid parental leave, generous paid time off, and additional paid holidays/sick time.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting operations including general ledger, AP, AR, payroll, fixed assets, and account reconciliations.
• Lead month‑end and year‑end close and prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Maintain strong internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures while ensuring GAAP compliance.
• Support annual budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and other financial analysis.
• Identify and implement process improvements to strengthen efficiency, accuracy, and financial controls.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting team members.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5–7+ years of progressive accounting experience; leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, general ledger accounting, reconciliations, month‑end close, and financial reporting.
• Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and fixed‑asset accounting.

Benefits

• 401(k) match
• Paid parental leave
• Generous paid time off
• Additional paid holidays and sick time

Pay

Salary range: $95,000 – $105,000.