Financial Accounting Manager

The Vollrath Company•Sheboygan, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Financial Accounting Manager is responsible for leading the company’s financial reporting function, ensuring the timely, accurate, and complete preparation of financial statements in accordance with company policies and applicable accounting standards. This role serves as a key leader within the finance organization, overseeing the close and consolidation process, maintaining a strong internal control environment, and ensuring the integrity of financial data. The position also partners with finance and business leaders to provide clear visibility into financial results, key drivers, and emerging risks. In addition to core reporting responsibilities, this individual will play a critical role in strengthening processes, systems, and data quality to support the company’s continued growth and operational complexity.

Requirements

7+ years of progressive experience in accounting or finance, preferably within a manufacturing environment
3+ years of leadership or supervisory experience
Strong knowledge of financial reporting, consolidation, and internal controls
Experience with ERP systems (JDE preferred) and financial reporting tools
Demonstrated ability to lead teams, improve processes, and operate in a dynamic environment
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
Demonstrated ability to lead through change and drive continuous improvement
Effective communication skills, with the ability to translate financial information clearly to stakeholders
Strong organizational and prioritization skills
Collaborative mindset with the ability to partner across functions
Self-directed with a high level of accountability and ownership

Nice To Haves

CPA, CMA, and/or MBA preferred

Responsibilities

Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close and consolidation processes across all business units
Ensure the timely and accurate preparation of financial statements and management reporting packages for executive leadership, Board of Directors, and external stakeholders
Maintain responsibility for the general ledger and financial reporting system, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and consistency of data
Oversee the integrity and structure of the general ledger, including account design, entity setup, and reporting hierarchies
Maintain strong working knowledge of key sub-ledgers (A/P, purchasing, inventory, fixed assets, sales order) and their integration with the general ledger
Drive continuous improvement in financial systems, reporting capabilities, and data quality, including automation and standardization efforts
Ensure a robust internal control environment over financial reporting, including documentation, compliance, and ongoing process improvement
Support the annual external audit process, including coordination of audit requests and preparation of required financial schedules
Assist in maintaining and enhancing accounting policies, procedures, and governance practices
Provide financial visibility and insight from reported results to support understanding of performance drivers, trends, and risks
Partner with finance leadership to support business needs through accurate and relevant financial information
Support the annual budgeting process through financial data, consolidation, and reporting accuracy
Lead, coach, and develop the financial reporting team, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and professional growth
Provide direction, prioritization, and oversight to ensure high-quality output and efficient processes
Build organizational capability in technical accounting, reporting, and systems expertise
Lead and support special projects, including system implementations, process improvements, and integration of new business activities
Identify and implement process efficiencies and improvements across financial reporting and close activities
Support organizational initiatives related to growth, acquisitions, and finance transformation