Senior Manager, Accounting Operations

Hamilton Beach Brands, Inc.•Glen Allen, VA

19d•$124,779 - $151,518•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Manager, Accounting Operations leads and optimizes transactional accounting functions across global operations, including Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Inventory, and Treasury. The role provides strategic oversight and drives operational excellence, process standardization, automation, and compliance across high-volume financial workflows. It partners cross-functionally to strengthen financial processes and internal controls and deliver accurate, timely financial data for decision-making. This hybrid position is based in Glen Allen, Virginia and reports to the VP, Chief Accounting Officer.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
At least 8 years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership of transactional functions (AR, AP, Inventory, Treasury) within high-volume or shared services environments.
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SOX compliance.
Experience managing financial operations in ERP systems and leveraging automation to improve accuracy and efficiency.
Demonstrated ability to drive process improvement, standardization, and scalable solutions across complex accounting operations.
Proven leadership experience developing high-performing teams through managers.
Strong cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management skills.
Advanced analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities, with the ability to work strategically and tactically in a fast-paced environment.
Must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.; the company is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.

Nice To Haves

CPA.

Responsibilities

Lead Accounts Receivable, including Credit & Collections, Accounts Payable, Inventory Accounting, and Treasury operations through managers and supervisors, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant execution of high-volume transactional processes.
Oversee inventory accounting and treasury activities, including costing, valuation, cash positioning, forecasting, and working capital optimization.
Serve as the senior escalation point for complex vendor, customer, and internal financial issues requiring cross-functional coordination.
Lead key aspects of the monthly close process for transactional areas, including journal entries, account reconciliations, variance analysis, and reserve calculations in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
Ensure the accuracy, integrity, and completeness of financial data supporting enterprise reporting.
Identify process inefficiencies, control gaps, and scalability opportunities; drive improvements through automation, ERP optimization, and standardized procedures.
Establish and maintain SOPs that support a consistent and scalable shared services operating model.
Partner with Procurement, Operations, Customer Service, IT, and other stakeholders to optimize financial processes and provide actionable insights.
Act as a primary liaison for external auditors, ensuring audit readiness and timely resolution of issues.
Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, SOX, and internal control requirements; strengthen and monitor controls, proactively identify risks, and implement corrective actions.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits package.
Eligible to participate in annual cash and equity incentive programs.
Annual equity incentive awards vest immediately at grant and are subject to a three-year transfer restriction.
Hybrid work schedule.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Company HSA contributions.
401(k) plan with immediate vesting.
Profit sharing program.
Paid vacation, holidays, and a paid charitable day.
Summer hours to support work-life balance.
Employee discounts on Hamilton Beach products.
Relocation assistance may be available based on qualifications, experience, and business needs.