GVS - Accounting Manager

Jetstream of Houston•Navasota, TX

7d•$85,000 - $100,000

About The Position

The Accounting Manager is responsible for financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and accounting operations for Global Vacuum Systems (GVS). The role oversees accounts payable, accounts receivable, cost accounting, reconciliations, internal controls, inventory planning and reserves, and related accruals. It works closely with other operating departments and the General Manager, attends production meetings, responds to Group and Corporate financial requests, and prepares annual strategic-plan financial data. The position also provides guidance to staff and may assist other divisions on temporary assignments. GVS designs and manufactures custom liquid vacuum tank trucks for industrial, environmental, and municipal applications. The company is based in Navasota, Texas. The listed salary range is $85,000–$100,000. A bachelor’s degree in Accounting or another financial field is required; a CPA is preferred. Applicants need at least seven years of direct accounting experience, including experience preparing financial statements and forecasts and analyzing financial data to recommend improvements. Five or more years in manufacturing is preferred. Federal Signal Corporation offers career-growth opportunities and benefits including annual bonus potential, life, medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid holidays, paid vacation, a 401(k) with matching contributions, and tuition reimbursement. The workplace is smoke-free and drug-free.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or another financial field.
At least 7 years of direct accounting experience.
Experience preparing financial statements and forecast reports.
Experience analyzing financial data and recommending improvements to financial performance.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Strong leadership skills.
Good reasoning abilities and sound judgment.
Excellent understanding of Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft applications.
Strong attention to detail, planning, and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

CPA preferred.
At least 5 years of experience in the manufacturing industry preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare financial statements and monthly and annual forecast reports, ensuring compliance with GAAP and other regulations.
Develop and manage budgets, analyze variances, and prepare financial forecasts.
Analyze financial data and trends, recommend improvements to financial performance, and make pricing recommendations to support margin targets.
Oversee the accounting department, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cost accounting; ensure systems remain balanced and reconciled monthly with Vactor.
Establish and maintain internal controls and safeguard financial integrity, including inventory and other balance-sheet account reconciliations.
Set chassis and raw-material inventory targets; plan and coordinate the annual physical inventory; and establish and oversee inventory reserves.
Coordinate with operating departments on accounting matters and attend production meetings to understand production issues and their impact on monthly results and forecasts.
Oversee obsolescence, lower-of-cost-or-market, inventory, and bad-debt reserves, as well as accruals.
Prepare sales quotes/RFQs and obtain required approvals.
Serve as a contact for Group and Corporate financial questions and requests; assist the General Manager in establishing company direction.
Prepare annual financial data for the Strategic Plan.
Assist internal and external auditors and Corporate with financial and tax issues.
Participate in monthly Vactor or GVS meetings as appropriate; guide staff in professional and career development.
Provide temporary assistance to other divisions and perform other duties, assignments, and special projects as required.