Accounting Manager

About the role

A growing manufacturing organization is looking for a hands-on Finance & Accounting Manager to oversee day-to-day financial operations and provide leadership with the financial information needed to make sound business decisions.

Responsibilities

• Direct the accounting function, including general ledger, payables, receivables, reconciliations, and fixed assets.
• Own the month-end close process and prepare accurate financial reporting for management.
• Develop and monitor budgets, forecasts, cash flow projections, and financial models.
• Analyze manufacturing costs, inventory, margins, variances, and operating results to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Partner with operations and leadership to evaluate performance, profitability, KPIs, and business decisions.
• Maintain strong internal controls and ensure accounting practices comply with GAAP and applicable requirements.
• Oversee banking activities, cash management, and other financial transactions.
• Identify ways to improve accounting processes, reporting, systems, and overall efficiency.
• Lead and develop accounting personnel while working closely with other departments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance with a CPA preference.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting or financial management experience.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, and cost accounting.
• Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems and advanced Excel skills.
• Ability to understand both financial and operational aspects of a manufacturing environment.

Must be eligible to work in the United States without restriction and without the need for current or future sponsorship.