Finance Manager

GS Precision Inc•Brattleboro, VT

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About The Position

The Finance Manager/Controller will be responsible for supporting the organization’s accounting operations, financial reporting, and cost accounting activities while partnering with manufacturing and operational teams. This role ensures the accuracy and integrity of financial records, supports monthly close and compliance activities, and provides financial analysis to support business decisions. This position offers strong exposure to manufacturing accounting, inventory/cost accounting, and operational finance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
Minimum 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
Strong understanding of US GAAP and financial reporting
Experience with general ledger accounting and month-end close processes
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills
Ability to collaborate across departments in a manufacturing environment

Nice To Haves

Manufacturing experience
Experience with costing methodologies and inventory accounting
Infor ERP system experience

Responsibilities

Prepare, review, and post journal entries including accruals, inventory adjustments, payroll, and fixed assets
Perform monthly account reconciliations and investigate and resolve discrepancies
Maintain accuracy and integrity of the general ledger
Assist in preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
Ensure compliance with US GAAP and company accounting policies
Support internal controls and financial compliance initiatives
Assist with fixed asset accounting including capitalization, depreciation, and asset tracking
Support regulatory reporting, including sales and use tax filings as required
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to complete monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
Prepare financial reporting packages and variance analysis for leadership review
Analyze financial results and provide supporting explanations for operational leadership
Support inventory accounting including valuation, reconciliation, and reserve analysis
Assist with annual standard cost roll and maintenance of costing structures
Analyze manufacturing variances including labor, material, and overhead variances
Monitor inventory for excess and obsolete items and support mitigation strategies
Participate in physical inventory counts and cycle count programs
Partner with operations and engineering to support capital project tracking and financial reporting
Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes
Support commercial teams with margin analysis and pricing insights
Develop financial reporting tools and analysis to improve operational decision-making
Support internal and external audit activities by preparing documentation and responding to audit inquiries
Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting tools, and internal controls
Participate in special projects and ad hoc financial analysis

Benefits

Comprehensive Health, Dental and Vision Care Coverage (Starting the Next Full Month After Hire)
Paid Holidays starting on Day ONE
Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
Company Paid Short-Term Disability
401 (k) Matching Retirement Plan
Employer Funded Health Reimbursement Account
Flexible Spending Account
Generous Paid Time Off
Dependent Care Spending Account
Employee Assistance Program
Educational Assistance Program
Employee Referral Bonus
Safety Shoe Allowance
Prescription Safety Glasses Program
Shift Differentials for 2nd and 3rd Shifts
Bereavement Leave