Accounting Manager - Manufacturing

Opto-Alignment Technology is seeking a talented, enthusiastic, and creative Accounting Manager to join our small but rapidly growing business in Charlotte, NC. We are highly recognized as a quality developer and supplier of state-of-the-art optical systems for precision optics alignment and surface form metrology. The successful candidate will work at our HQ with the President, Leadership Team and Inventory Manager. This is a hands‐on position, where the Accounting Manager will own day‐to‐day data entry, accounting and financial reporting using MS Dynamics Business Central solely. This is not a Controller role — it’s a practical, working position with direct responsibility for the P&L and inventory accounting.

A variety of soft skills and experience may be required for the following role Please ensure you check the overview below carefully.

Job responsibilities:

· Own monthly close and financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow)

· Manage inventory accounting, costing, and adjustments

· Maintain the general ledger in Microsoft Dynamics Business Central

· Oversee AP, AR, reconciliations, and payroll coordination

· Analyze margins, variances, and operating results

· Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow tracking

· Work closely with Leadership, Inventory Manager and Operations

· Coordinate with external CPA for taxes and year‐end close

· Improve accounting processes and documentation

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Requirements:

· 6–8 years of accounting experience.

· Prior experience as Accounting Manager or Senior Accountant

· Advanced level of Microsoft Dynamics Business Central experience (required)

· Manufacturing accounting experience, including inventory

· Strong understanding of P&L ownership

· Experience in a small or family‐owned business environment

· Solid GAAP knowledge and hands‐on mindset