Senior Accountant

About the role

Northern Manufacturing is an established custom metal fabrication company specializing in complex, made-to-order products. With more than 160 employees in Oak Harbor, Ohio, our operation combines the complexity of custom manufacturing with the stability of a company that's been in business for more than 75 years. We're looking for a Senior Accountant to help keep the financial side of our operation running just as smoothly as the shop floor. This is a hands-on role with a lot of variety and ownership. You'll be responsible for the day-to-day accounting cycle, including AP, AR, payroll, general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, month-end close, and financial reporting. You'll work closely with company leadership and across the organization, giving you visibility into the business behind the numbers.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full accounts payable and accounts receivable cycles, including invoicing, payment processing, progress billing, customer payments, and deposits.
• Process bi-weekly payroll and periodic bonuses, including related payroll accounting and routine tax responsibilities.
• Perform month-end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, and other closing entries.
• Prepare monthly financial statements for leadership review and banking requirements.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and maintain supporting schedules for revenue, progress billing, customer deposits, and other accounting activity.
• Prepare routine state and local tax filings, track applicable deadlines, and coordinate required payments.
• Support year-end close and coordinate with our outside accounting firm on corporate tax matters, year-end adjustments, fixed assets, and other complex accounting matters.
• Complete required financial and compliance reporting and work with leadership and other departments to gather information needed for accurate and timely accounting.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred; equivalent relevant accounting experience will also be considered.
• 2+ years of accounting experience with a strong foundation in general ledger accounting and month-end close; full-cycle accounting experience preferred.
• Experience with account reconciliations, journal entries, and accruals; experience with AP, AR, and payroll is a plus.
• Manufacturing or job-shop accounting experience, including exposure to job costing, WIP, and inventory accounting, is a plus.
• Strong Excel skills and experience working with accounting or ERP systems.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills with the ability to manage recurring deadlines and work independently.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and short-term disability insurance effective on your first day of employment
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• 401(k) with company match, available after 90 days of employment
• Annual profit-sharing contribution to your 401(k)