Accounting Manager

Job Description

We are partnering with a dynamic manufacturing company seeking a motivated and experienced accounting professional to take full ownership of their general ledger and lead the accounting department. In this pivotal role, you will manage a team of three key professionals—a financial analyst, collections specialist, and accounts payable specialist—ensuring smooth and efficient operations across these functions. The company offers significant growth potential, with an opportunity to advance into a Controller role within the next 2-3 years. While a CPA is not required, the ideal candidate will bring strong leadership and accounting expertise to this hands-on role.

Reporting to the Sr. VP of Administration, the Accounting manager will be responsible for accounting operations, production of periodic reports and maintenance of account records and accurate and timely financial management of the organization.

Responsibilities :

• Oversee the accounting operations and ensure the reporting and control systems fall within the parameters set by the parent company.
• Responsible for monthly close and monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports. Ensure compliance with GAAP, state and federal regulatory requirements and professional standards.
• Responsible for the Company’s General Ledger. Provide support and guidance to Accounting team to ensure timely and accuracy of financial records.
• Responsible for Fixed Asset Ledger and capital spending processes, including spending tracking and post-capitalization audit and analysis.
• Lead the annual financial audit and serve as liaison between the Company and the auditing firm.
• Assist in developing and maintaining internal control guidelines and policies and procedures.
• Assist in developing the annual budget, forecasts, and long-term planning.
• Supervise and mentor Accounting staff.
• Other ad-hoc duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.

Minimum 5-10 years’ experience in accounting / finance

2-3 years’ experience managing an accounting department

Experience working in a manufacturing environment preferred

Organized and detail oriented.

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and advance Excel skills.

Knowledge of Business Central and Sage software preferred.

Understand of US GAAP and applicable laws and regulations

Advanced analytical and decision-making skills.

Understands of financial data analysis and reporting.

Knowledge of payroll, accounts payable, treasury, and accounts receivable functions.

Ability to work with tight deadlines

Strong organization and priority setting skills a must.

Proven experience in financial project management.

Inventory management standard costing skills preferred.

Requirements

Minimum 5-10 years’ experience in accounting / finance 2-3 years’ experience managing an accounting department Experience working in a manufacturing environment preferred Organized and detail oriented. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and advance Excel skills. Knowledge of Business Central and Sage software preferred. Understand of US GAAP and applicable laws and regulations Advanced analytical and decision-making skills. Understands of financial data analysis and reporting. Knowledge of payroll, accounts payable, treasury, and accounts receivable functions. Ability to work with tight deadlines Strong organization and priority setting skills a must. Proven experience in financial project management. Inventory management standard costing skills preferred.