Sr. Accountant

Ermco•Athens, GA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Accountant will take ownership of core accounting processes while partnering closely with plant operations and finance leadership. This role offers a strong mix of technical accounting, cost analysis, and cross functional collaboration in a stable manufacturing environment where accuracy, curiosity, and continuous improvement are valued. You will have real visibility into how products are built, how costs move through the business, and how financial insights support better decision making, while continuing to grow your career in a supportive, team-oriented culture. This role will be onsite in Athens, GA. Relocation Assistance is available.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
5+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally in a manufacturing or industrial setting
Strong knowledge of GAAP, cost accounting, and inventory accounting
Confidence working in Excel and ERP systems with the ability to analyze and interpret data
A detail-oriented mindset paired with the ability to see the bigger picture
Strong communication skills and comfort working cross functionally with non-finance partners

Nice To Haves

CPA certification or active pursuit of CPA licensure
Experience with Infor or similar manufacturing ERP systems
Hands on exposure to standard costing, inventory valuation, or fixed asset accounting
Experience working closely with plant or operational teams

Responsibilities

Own key components of the month end close, including preparing and reviewing journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations
Analyze manufacturing cost and inventory variances and translate data into clear insights for leadership and operations partners
Maintain and manage standard costing data, including leading annual cost roll activities and ongoing updates
Oversee inventory accounting activities, including physical inventory counts, reconciliations, and variance investigation
Maintain fixed asset records, ensuring accurate capitalization, depreciation, and asset tracking
Reconcile complex balance sheet accounts and proactively identify and resolve issues
Support budgeting, forecasting, and internal reporting through thoughtful analysis and collaboration
Partner with procurement, operations, and plant teams to ensure costs are captured accurately and consistently
Play a key role in internal and external audits by preparing schedules, responding to inquiries, and supporting compliance with GAAP and internal controls
Identify opportunities to improve processes, strengthen controls, and streamline accounting workflows
Serve as a go to resource for accounting questions and provide guidance to junior team members as needed