Selby Jennings is hiring: Accounting Manager in McMinnville

Finance Tax and Accounting Recruitment Consultant

Base pay range

$90,000.00/yr - $120,000.00/yr

Accounting Manager

A fast-growing food manufacturing company is seeking a seasoned and detail-oriented Accounting Manager to lead its accounting function in a dynamic, high-volume production environment. This is a high-impact leadership role that combines technical accounting expertise with strategic oversight and team development. The Accounting Manager will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data, supporting strategic decision-making, and developing a high-performing accounting team.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting Operations

• Oversee daily accounting functions including general ledger, cost accounting, inventory valuation, accounts payable/receivable, and fixed assets.
• Ensure timely and accurate recording of financial transactions in compliance with U.S. GAAP and internal policies.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and internal financial reports.
• Lead the preparation of monthly and year-end financial statements for internal and external stakeholders.

Inventory & Cost Accounting

• Manage inventory accounting processes including standard costing, variance analysis, and physical inventory procedures.
• Collaborate with operations and supply chain teams to ensure accurate costing of raw materials, WIP, and finished goods.
• Drive initiatives to improve inventory accuracy, reduce waste, and support cost control efforts.

Team Leadership & Development

• Manage, mentor, and develop accounting team members to foster accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Set performance goals, define KPIs, and align development plans with business priorities and individual growth.

Audit & Compliance

• Oversee reconciliations, transaction documentation, and approval processes to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Coordinate annual audits and act as the primary liaison with external auditors and tax advisors.
• Support tax compliance activities including sales/use tax, property tax, and corporate filings.
• Stay current on changes in accounting standards and ensure internal practices remain compliant.

What You Bring

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA strongly preferred.
• 7-10 years of progressive accounting experience, including 2-3 years in a supervisory or management role.
• Experience in a manufacturing or inventory-intensive environment (food industry preferred).
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and internal control best practices.
• Familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or NetSuite.

Skills & Attributes

• Proven ability to lead accounting teams in a production or plant setting.
• Deep knowledge of standard costing, BOMs, inventory reconciliations, and manufacturing variances.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills with the ability to deliver actionable financial insights.
• Effective communicator with a collaborative and solution-oriented approach.
• Proficiency in Excel and financial reporting tools.

This is a unique opportunity to join a growing organization and make a meaningful impact on its financial operations and strategic direction. The role offers significant ownership, cross-functional collaboration, and the chance to shape the financial infrastructure of a company poised for continued expansion.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function & Industries

• Accounting/Auditing
• Food and Beverage Manufacturing