Accounting Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute the month-end close process, ensuring accurate and timely completion in a lean team environment
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules
• Manage inventory accounting, including valuation, reserves, cycle counts, and physical inventory processes
• Support and maintain standard costing, including cost updates and variance analysis
• Support internal control processes and ensure compliance with US GAAP
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy
• Assist with internal and external audits, including preparation of audit schedules and documentation
• Prepare recurring and ad hoc reporting for plant leadership and corporate finance
• Handle a broad range of responsibilities typical of a smaller, hands-on plant environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 5-7+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Strong background in cost accounting, standard costing, and inventory management
• Experience with manufacturing ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar)
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, and data analysis)
• Solid understanding of US GAAP and internal controls (SOX experience a plus)
• Pioneering ability to manage and execute the month-end close process independently or within a small team
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Effective communicator with the ability to collaborate across functions
• Self-starter with a strong sense of ownership and accountability
• Demonstrated ability to improve processes and drive efficiencies