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About The Company
Our client is a rapidly growing manufacturing organization who are looking to add an Accounting Manager to their team. The organization has enjoyed incredible success in the last few years and are seeking a candidate with a similar accounting background, ideally within manufacturing, to join the company during this exciting period.
Reasons To Work Here
- Strong medical / dental / vision
- 401k match
- Bonus
- Flexible spending accounts
- Health savings account
- Insurance
- Disability benefits
- Career progression
- $100k - $120k salary a year
Job Summary
The Accounting Manager is responsible for leading the accounting, financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis activities. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in accounting, financial reporting, and financial planning and analysis to help guide business decision‑making, maintain financial health, and drive performance improvements. This position will be fully responsible for closing the books, entering orders, invoicing, account reconciliations and presenting BU results in the month‑end close calls. In addition, this position will collaborate with senior leadership, business partners, and other departments to analyze trends, monitor financial performance, and support the organization’s growth goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute the monthly general ledger close process and required reporting: ensure the accuracy and timeliness of all financial reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
- Financial Planning, Budgeting and Forecasting: lead the business unit’s budgeting process, ensuring alignment with business objectives, preparing and reviewing detailed financial plans and recommending adjustments as necessary.
- Financial Analysis: conduct in‑depth financial analysis to provide insights into business performance and identify areas for improvement.
- Reporting: prepare and present financial reports for the business unit senior management summarizing key financial metrics and operational performance.
- Strategic Decision Support: partner with leadership and departments to evaluate business initiatives, investments, and new opportunities by providing data‑driven recommendations.
- Cash Flow Management: monitor cash flow to ensure liquidity and recommend strategies to optimize working capital.
- KPIs & Metrics: develop and maintain financial KPIs, dashboards, and other metrics to evaluate the health of the business.
- Process Improvement: identify opportunities to streamline and automate financial processes to improve efficiency and data accuracy.
- Cross‑Functional Collaboration: collaborate with other teams, such as operations, sales, and marketing, to ensure alignment in financial planning and budgeting.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance is required. CPA preferred.
- 5+ years of experience in accounting and financial planning and analysis, with at least 2–3 years in a managerial role.
- Prior experience working in a manufacturing company is preferred.
- Prior experience with accounting software (OneStream or HFM preferred) and proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, vlookup).
- Strong understanding of accounting principles.
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights.
- Experience working with cross‑functional teams and building relationships with senior leadership.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to present complex financial information to non‑financial stakeholders.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Industries
Accounting
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