Accounting Manager

Aston Carter•Tualatin, OR

7d•$49 - $63•Onsite

About The Position

The Accounting Manager oversees accounting and financial operations for a U.S.-based manufacturing organization, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, banking, general ledger, payroll accounting, fixed assets, monthly and year-end close, and intercompany transactions with domestic and international affiliates. The role supports accurate, timely financial reporting and compliance with IFRS, corporate policies, and applicable industry requirements. The position provides cost accounting and manufacturing support through inventory valuation, production cost and variance analysis, operational reporting, and review of manufacturing KPIs. Working closely with Manufacturing, Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, and FP&A, the Accounting Manager provides insights into cost drivers, production efficiency, and product margins. The role also supervises accounting staff, strengthens internal controls and processes, supports ERP improvements and digitization, and assists with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis. This is a contract-to-hire position based fully onsite in Tualatin, Oregon. The stated pay range is $49.03–$62.50 per hour. The position is anticipated to close on November 13, 2026.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics, business, or a related field.
At least 3 years of general ledger accounting experience.
Previous experience with journal entries, month-end closing, and reconciliations.
Basic cost accounting knowledge.
Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis activities.
Previous experience working for a manufacturing company.
Intermediate Excel skills, including pivot tables and VLOOKUPS.
Experience with ERP systems.

Responsibilities

Lead daily accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, payroll accounting, and fixed assets.
Manage month-end and year-end close processes to ensure accurate, complete, and timely financial reporting.
Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and adjusting entries.
Oversee banking activities and ensure accurate and timely bank reconciliations.
Ensure compliance with IFRS, corporate policies, and relevant industry-specific requirements.
Maintain accurate, documented financial records to support internal and external audits.
Coordinate with internal and external auditors and provide requested documentation and explanations.
Oversee cost accounting activities, including standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory valuation.
Review and analyze manufacturing KPIs, including yield, scrap, cycle time, and overhead absorption.
Validate and monitor bill of materials accuracy, labor routing, and production cost flows.
Partner with Operations to provide insights on cost drivers, production efficiencies, and product margin analysis.
Implement, monitor, and refine process improvements to strengthen financial controls and operational efficiency.
Document accounting procedures and ensure adherence to regulatory and audit standards.
Supervise and mentor accounting staff through coaching, training, and performance feedback.
Collaborate with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Engineering, and FP&A teams to support business objectives.
Support ERP system enhancements, integrations, and finance and accounting process digitization initiatives.
Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis for strategic and operational decision-making.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in the finance function and manufacturing operations.
Perform other related accounting and finance duties as assigned.