Accounting Manager

Position Overview

The Accounting Manager will oversee day-to-day accounting operations for a manufacturing facility, ensuring accurate financial reporting, effective internal controls, and compliance with applicable accounting standards and company policies. This individual will play a key role in aligning local accounting operations with broader organizational financial objectives, including supporting accounting system implementations and process improvements.

Responsibilities will include financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting, cost accounting, fixed asset management, tax compliance, and internal controls. The ideal candidate is a hands-on accounting professional with strong technical capabilities, ERP implementation experience, and the ability to collaborate across departments and with corporate finance leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Corporate Compliance

• Oversee the preparation of accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP and applicable reporting requirements.
• Ensure financial reporting is accurate, consistent, and aligned with organizational standards.
• Partner with corporate finance and audit teams to address internal control deficiencies and implement audit recommendations.
• Maintain the integrity and accuracy of financial data and reporting.

Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Planning

• Support the development of annual budgets and financial forecasts.
• Analyze budget-to-actual results, identify variances, and communicate findings to leadership.
• Recommend corrective actions and opportunities to improve financial performance.

Cost Accounting & Process Improvement

• Oversee cost allocation activities to ensure accuracy and consistency across departments and operations.
• Identify operational inefficiencies, overhead expenses, and opportunities for cost savings.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve processes and overall financial performance.

Fixed Asset Management

• Maintain the fixed asset register, ensuring accurate recording of acquisitions, disposals, and depreciation.
• Ensure compliance with capitalization policies and accounting standards.
• Perform periodic fixed asset reconciliations and physical verifications.

Sales & Property Tax Compliance

• Oversee the accurate and timely preparation and filing of sales and property tax returns.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local tax regulations.
• Coordinate with external tax advisors to support accurate and timely filings.

Accounting Systems & ERP Implementation

• Lead and support accounting system implementation, migration, and integration initiatives.
• Partner with IT and corporate finance teams to ensure accurate data migration, system testing, and successful implementation.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes through technology and automation.
• Provide training and guidance to accounting team members on new systems and processes.

Database Management & Financial Data Integrity

• Manage and analyze large financial datasets related to reporting, inventory, and tax compliance.
• Utilize advanced Excel and database tools to support reporting, analysis, and process improvements.
• Establish and maintain data controls to ensure accuracy, consistency, and integrity.
• Perform periodic data reviews and reconciliations to identify and resolve discrepancies.

Team Leadership & Development

• Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting team members.
• Establish expectations for accuracy, accountability, and collaboration.
• Identify training opportunities and support ongoing professional development.
• Assist with succession planning and development of internal talent.

Internal Controls & Audit Support

• Implement and maintain internal controls in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Support internal and external audits by providing accurate documentation and financial records.
• Maintain appropriate documentation and audit trails for financial transactions.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Experience with ERP systems and accounting system implementations or migrations; SAP and Oracle experience preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills, including Power Query, SQL, or experience working with large datasets.
• Knowledge of sales and property tax reporting and compliance.
• Strong understanding of internal controls, account reconciliations, and financial data integrity.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to identify discrepancies, investigate variances, and implement process improvements.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments and interact with senior leadership.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience.
• Manufacturing industry experience strongly preferred.
• Experience with ERP system implementations, data migrations, or system integrations highly preferred.
• CPA, CMA, or other relevant professional certification is a plus.