Senior Accounting Manager
Tandem Foods · Pittsburgh, PA · 3 days ago
AccountingFull-time
The Senior Accounting Manager is a hands-on accounting leader responsible for complex accounting areas and accurate financial reporting across a three-site manufacturing network. Reporting to the Corporate Controller, this role plays a critical role in ensuring general ledger integrity, audit readiness, and compliance with U.S. GAAP. This position operates within an established accounting and ERP framework. This is a stable, long-term individual contributor role with meaningful technical ownership and cross-functional exposure. Key Responsibilities Lead and execute monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities with a focus on accuracy and timelinessOwn complex accounting areas including inventory, accruals, intercompany transactions, and balance sheet reconciliationsPrepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and detailed supporting schedulesPrepare monthly financial statement packages and supporting documentation for Corporate Controller reviewEnsure general ledger accuracy across multiple legal entities and manufacturing locationsResearch, document, and apply U.S. GAAP guidance to technical accounting mattersSupport debt covenant calculations and reporting requirementsMaintain and execute strong internal control procedures across all accounting cyclesPrepare audit-ready documentation and serve as a primary contact for external auditors for assigned areasSupport working capital reporting through accurate inventory, accrual, payables, and receivables accountingIdentify and implement process improvements to strengthen close, reconciliation, and documentation proceduresSupport financial due diligence and accounting integration activities related to acquisitions, as neededStrong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and technical accounting knowledgeExperience operating in a public, multi-entity and/or private equity-backed environment preferredAdvanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, complex formulas)Experience working within ERP systems; exposure to Deacom and/or SAP Business One preferredDemonstrated experience in manufacturing accounting, including inventory and cost accountingStrong analytical skills and attention to detailAbility to manage competing deadlines in a fast-paced environmentClear and effective written and verbal communication skillsComfortable operating independently within established systems and processes