Accounting Manager

About the role

KI is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to join our Finance team at our Corporate Office in Green Bay. This position will focus on supporting and leading cost accounting responsibilities with a team of direct reports. You will oversee tactical and operational aspects of financial processes, develop and maintain efficient procedures, monitor and analyze financial results from KI’s manufacturing operations, and mentor your team of direct reports.

Experience with cost accounting principles is preferred; however, if you do not have a background in cost accounting, you must be able and willing to develop this knowledge within the first year of employment. The role involves frequent interaction with manufacturing, various corporate department leaders, and team members in the Finance department. Up to 10% local travel to Northeastern Wisconsin facilities may be required, as well as occasional travel to facilities outside of Wisconsin.

Responsibilities

• Oversee tactical and operational aspects of financial processes.
• Develop and maintain efficient accounting procedures.
• Monitor and analyze financial results from KI’s manufacturing operations.
• Mentor a team of direct reports.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and corporate department leaders.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• 5+ years of management experience.
• CMA or CPA credentials preferred.
• Comprehensive knowledge and experience with GAAP, accounting operations, month-end/year-end responsibilities, and financial reporting.
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and computer skills, including advanced Excel knowledge and experience with query tools.
• Experience working in a manufacturing industry/environment is preferred.

Benefits

• 100% employee-owned through an Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP).
• Competitive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Paid vacation, sick days, and holidays.
• Educational reimbursement program.
• Full benefits package including life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).