Accounting Operations Manager

Herr Foods Inc.•Nottingham, PA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Manager, Accounting Operations is a key leader in Accounting responsible for the effective day-to-day management and continuous improvement of the company’s transaction-based accounting functions, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Master Data. This role plays an essential part in ensuring operational excellence, strong internal controls, timely and accurate processing, and a high level of service to internal and external business partners. Reporting directly to the Assistant Controller, the Manager, Accounting Operations is responsible for delivering consistent execution across core processes, maintaining data integrity, supporting working capital and vendor management objectives, and driving scalable, efficient processes that meet the needs of a growing business. The ideal candidate is a hands-on people leader who can balance daily operational execution with team development and strategic thinking. This individual will bring strong process discipline, systems aptitude, and a continuous-improvement mindset, while partnering cross-functionally to identify and implement improvements that enhance efficiency, control, data quality, and business support. The Manager, Accounting Operations will lead a team of 12 people providing direct oversight, coaching, and development while building a culture of accountability, service, and continuous improvement. The role is expected to work across functions to ensure processes and systems effectively support business operations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field required.
7+ years of progressive accounting operations, shared services, or transactional finance experience
Prior people leadership experience, including coaching, performance management, and team development
Experience leading AP, AR, collections, cash application, customer deductions, vendor management, or master data functions
Progressive experience in manufacturing, food, or consumer packaged goods environments strongly preferred
Experience with ERP systems, process improvement initiatives, and cross-functional business partnership
Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills, with the ability to balance accountability, support, and operational execution.
Solid understanding of AP, AR, and master data processes, controls, and interdependencies within a manufacturing or consumer packaged goods environment.
Process-oriented mindset with demonstrated ability to identify inefficiencies, streamline workflows, and improve service levels and control effectiveness.
Strong systems aptitude, including experience with ERP platforms, workflow tools, and reporting solutions; Microsoft Dynamics experience preferred.
Analytical and detail-oriented, with the ability to use data to manage performance, investigate issues, and support decision-making.
Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work across functions and translate operational issues into practical solutions.
Ability to effectively present complex information in one-on-one and small group situations to internal/external customers.
Excels at collaborating with a diverse array of internal and external customers.
Strong organizational and prioritization skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and changing business needs.
Commitment to accuracy, responsiveness, internal control, and continuous improvement.
Advanced Excel and other desktop technology application skills; comfort working with data to drive insights and decisions.

Nice To Haves

CPA or other relevant certification is a plus, but not required

Responsibilities

Lead the Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Master Data teams, ensuring strong daily execution, clear accountability, and ongoing development of team capabilities.
Oversee end-to-end AP processes, including invoice processing, payment execution, vendor maintenance, issue resolution, and compliance with approval and control requirements.
Manage AR operations, including invoicing support, cash application, collections coordination, deduction/dispute follow-up, and customer account maintenance to support cash flow and strong customer relationships.
Ensure accuracy, consistency, and governance of master data across customers, vendors, items, and related records, recognizing its importance to financial integrity and operational effectiveness.
Partner with the Assistant Controller to strengthen internal controls, standardize processes, and improve operating discipline across accounting operations activities.
Develop, monitor and achieve key performance indicators, with a strong process improvement orientation; for AP, AR, and master data, using data and business insight to identify trends, prioritize issues, and drive timely resolution.
Drive process improvement initiatives that improve efficiency, reduce manual work, enhance controls, and support scalability as the business grows.
Work cross-functionally with procurement, sales, customer service, supply chain, operations, and IT to improve process handoffs, systems usage, and issue resolution.
Support system enhancements, testing, and implementation efforts related to ERP, workflow, automation, and reporting tools impacting accounting operations.
Develop and mentor a high-performing team by setting expectations, providing feedback, building bench strength, and fostering a service-oriented, continuous-improvement culture.
Lead and positively influence employees towards maximum goal and KPI achievement and employee’s best performance.
Maintain and oversee team results by coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees, planning, monitoring, and appraising job results.
Follow up with team members to drive accountability for action steps and timing to deliver events as needed.
Monitor and oversee staff performance and holding team accountable for optimal service to both internal and external customers.
Demonstrates and fosters a positive work environment consistent with company values and 5Cs.
Exercise honesty, integrity and respect with all clients and co-workers, preserve confidentially of all business information and data, maintain a professional appearance and demeanor, demonstrate a positive attitude, communicate effectively with co-workers and clients, work with accuracy, efficiency, and attention to detail, respect the work environment and keep it as environmentally friendly as possible, and exercise initiative to learn new skills and tasks and to help co-workers when possible. Reliable attendance and punctuality are also required.
Perform other related duties, special projects and functions as required from time to time.