What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Manager position at The AZEK Company?
The AZEK Company
Location: Ashland, OH
Mission for the Role
As the Accounting Manager – Manufacturing at our Ashland recycling facility, you will play a critical role in ensuring financial accuracy, operational efficiency, and strategic decision-making. Reporting to the Regional Controller, you will lead cost accounting functions, manage financial reporting, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize manufacturing performance. Your success in this role will be measured by your ability to implement strong financial controls, enhance cost efficiency, and develop a high-performing accounting team.
Performance Objectives
Must-Have Qualifications
At The AZEK Company, we are committed to sustainability, innovation, and operational excellence. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to shape the financial health of a dynamic, growing organization, while driving efficiencies and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. If you’re a strategic, results-driven accounting professional with a passion for manufacturing finance, we want to hear from you!
Apply now to make an impact at AZEK!
Location: Ashland, OH
Mission for the Role
As the Accounting Manager – Manufacturing at our Ashland recycling facility, you will play a critical role in ensuring financial accuracy, operational efficiency, and strategic decision-making. Reporting to the Regional Controller, you will lead cost accounting functions, manage financial reporting, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize manufacturing performance. Your success in this role will be measured by your ability to implement strong financial controls, enhance cost efficiency, and develop a high-performing accounting team.
Performance Objectives
- Financial Reporting & Cost Management
- Within the first 60 days, establish a comprehensive understanding of the facility’s financial processes, cost structures, and reporting requirements.
- Lead the monthly financial closing process, ensuring accurate cost accounting, variance analysis, and financial statements within corporate deadlines.
- Implement and refine standard cost methodologies, supporting annual cost roll processes.
- Operational & Inventory Control
- Develop and enforce strong financial controls for inventory valuation, cycle counts, and cost allocation, reducing discrepancies by X% within the first 6 months.
- Oversee and improve tracking of material, labor, and overhead costs, ensuring real-time visibility into production expenses.
- Monitor and report on capital expenditures (CAPEX), ensuring proper classification and timely placement of fixed assets.
- Team Leadership & Development
- Build and mentor a high-performing accounting team, setting clear expectations and development plans.
- Foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement, ensuring that the team drives efficiency in financial processes.
- Establish a knowledge-sharing system to enhance the team's technical skills in GAAP compliance, financial systems (JD Edwards, Essbase), and cost accounting best practices.
- Strategic Business Partnership
- Partner with cross-functional teams (Operations, Procurement, and Finance) to provide insights on cost trends, process improvements, and efficiency projects.
- Analyze purchase price variance (PPV) and manufacturing variances, identifying root causes and driving corrective actions to reduce costs.
- Support corporate internal controls and audit requirements, ensuring full compliance with policies and procedures.
- Continuous Improvement & Innovation
- Identify and implement automation and process enhancements in financial reporting and cost tracking within the first 90 days.
- Lead or support cost reduction initiatives that deliver measurable improvements to the facility’s profitability.
- Stay ahead of industry trends and best practices, proactively recommending financial process optimizations.
Must-Have Qualifications
- 7 years of progressive accounting experience, including 3 years in a manufacturing environment.
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; CMA, CPA, or MBA preferred.
- Strong expertise in cost accounting, financial analysis, and GAAP compliance.
- Proficiency with JD Edwards, Microsoft Excel, and financial reporting tools such as Essbase.
- Proven ability to mentor and develop teams, with a track record of improving accounting processes.
- Excellent analytical skills to interpret complex financial data and provide actionable insights.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate effectively across departments.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with flexibility to adjust schedules as needed.
At The AZEK Company, we are committed to sustainability, innovation, and operational excellence. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to shape the financial health of a dynamic, growing organization, while driving efficiencies and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. If you’re a strategic, results-driven accounting professional with a passion for manufacturing finance, we want to hear from you!
Apply now to make an impact at AZEK!
