Senior Accounting Manager

Confidential Position Summary

Our client, a well-established manufacturing and engineering organization located on the west side of Indianapolis, is seeking an experienced Senior Accounting Manager to lead key accounting functions and oversee the day-to-day operations of the Accounting department. This highly visible role will provide leadership to the accounting team while partnering with senior financial leadership on financial reporting, month-end close, compliance, financial analysis, and process improvement. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical accounting expertise, proven leadership capabilities, and the ability to operate effectively in a dynamic, growing business environment.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Manage daily Accounting department activities, priorities, and workloads.
• Supervise, develop, and evaluate accounting team members, providing direction, coaching, and performance management.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, SOX requirements, regulatory standards, and internal policies and procedures.
• Oversee the month-end close process and ensure financial deadlines are met.
• Support the preparation of monthly consolidated financial statements and quarterly financial reports.
• Perform and review balance sheet account reconciliations, financial analysis, and trend evaluations.
• Partner with the Controller on financial matters, reporting requirements, and accounting initiatives.
• Monitor changes in accounting standards and regulatory requirements and recommend appropriate process or policy updates.
• Evaluate and improve accounting procedures, controls, and departmental efficiencies.
• Support company financial plans and forecasts through accurate and timely accounting information.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• Minimum of four years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a senior or leadership capacity.
• Knowledge of GAAP, auditing, cost accounting, and percentage-of-completion accounting.
• Experience with financial reporting and month-end close processes.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Strong understanding of accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and internal financial controls.
• Advanced proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel, including spreadsheets, pivot tables, and macros.
• SAP or similar ERP system experience preferred.
• Strong leadership, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret financial information and identify opportunities for process improvement.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to build effective working relationships across departments.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet critical financial deadlines.
• An understanding of AI accounting automation and process streamlining experience preferred.

Candidates with experience in manufacturing, automotive, high-tech, and fast paced industrial enviorments are highly preffered.