Accounting Manager
About The Position
The Accounting Manager is a finance leader responsible for the integrity of financial reporting, accounting operations, cost accounting, and internal controls. Reporting to the Corporate Controller, this role oversees monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities; maintains U.S. GAAP compliance; supports audit and regulatory requirements; and partners with operational leaders to provide financial analysis and business insights. The position also drives process improvements, automation, and financial best practices to improve efficiency and support organizational objectives. The role manages consolidated reporting across multiple legal entities and ERP systems, including foreign currency translation, intercompany activity, eliminations, and conversion of local results to U.S. GAAP. It oversees general ledger integrity, inventory accounting, manufacturing variance analysis, capital expenditure and fixed-asset accounting, audit coordination, tax filings, ASC 842 lease accounting, and collaboration with FP&A on budgeting and forecasting. The Accounting Manager uses advanced Excel and technology solutions, including ERP systems and Power Query, to improve data accuracy and efficiency. The position has no direct reports, requires travel to various sites as needed (10%), and requires the ability to work on government contracts.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or equivalent.
- At least 7 years of progressive accounting experience.
- Experience with foreign currency translation and multi-currency reporting.
- At least 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Cost accounting experience.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage workload and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines and deliverables.
- Strong attention to detail, research, and analytical skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
- Ability to use Excel with ease, including intermediate to advanced functions such as Power Query, XLookup, Index/Match, and logic functions, or ability to research and learn these skills.
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations.
- Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and policy and procedure manuals.
- Ability to understand and explain technical issues to colleagues and users.
- Ability to present information effectively and respond to questions from managers, Finance Team members, and other employee owners.
- Must be able to work on government contracts.
Nice To Haves
- Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
- Experience consolidating multiple legal entities across multiple ERP systems.
- Experience supporting organizations with multiple reporting structures and chart-of-account environments.
- Multi-entity and consolidated reporting experience.
- General curiosity and willingness to explore solutions.
Responsibilities
- Manage and coordinate monthly, quarterly, and year-end close procedures and deliverables.
- Lead consolidation of financial results across multiple legal entities and ERP systems, ensuring complete, accurate, and timely reporting.
- Maintain consolidation processes for foreign currency translation, intercompany activity, eliminations, and conversion of local results to U.S. GAAP reporting requirements.
- Manage chart-of-account mapping and reporting structures across ERP platforms.
- Prepare and review consolidated financial statements, management reporting packages, and supporting schedules in accordance with U.S. GAAP and company policies.
- Maintain general ledger integrity, including reviewing journal entries, account analyses, and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Oversee inventory transactions, valuation, obsolescence reserves, variance analysis, annual physical inventory procedures, and periodic cycle counts.
- Analyze manufacturing variances and partner with operations to drive profitability improvements.
- Oversee capital expenditure accounting and fixed asset management.
- Manage external audit activities, coordinate audit requests, and ensure timely completion of audit deliverables.
- Liaise with the tax consulting firm to support alignment and compliance with filings.
- Review and prepare monthly sales and use tax filings and annual property tax returns.
- Maintain lease accounting under ASC 842, including journal entries, reconciliations, and required disclosures.
- Collaborate with FP&A on budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
- Develop, incorporate, and track financial metrics to improve company performance and accountability.
- Use advanced Microsoft Excel skills to manage and analyze financial data and provide insight.
- Drive automation and process improvement using ERP systems, Power Query, and other technology solutions.
- Identify opportunities to shorten the close cycle and eliminate manual processes.
- Perform ad hoc duties and special projects aligned with company initiatives.
- Travel to various sites as needed (10%).
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on the first day.
- Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance.
- Life and AD&D insurance, with optional add-ons, and other voluntary insurance.
- Employee Assistance Program for mental health support.
- Wellness program with discounts and incentives.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP).
- Paid time off, sick time, and holidays.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
