Accounting Manager

Winston, NC - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 11 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position Title: Accounting Manager

Location: Winston GA-Hybrid

Duration: Permanent/Full-Time

Department: Finance

Reports To: VP of Operations

Position Overview

The Accounting Manager will oversee the day-to-day accounting operations for a manufacturing business ensuring accurate financial reporting strong internal controls and compliance with accounting standards and company policies. This role will manage a small team and work closely with Operations Supply Chain and Sales to provide timely relevant financial information that supports decision-making and profitable growth.

Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or related field

7 years of progressive accounting experience with at least 2 years in a supervisory or lead role

Experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment (product-based business)

Strong understanding of GAAP and core accounting processes (GL AP AR fixed assets inventory)

Proficiency with ERP/accounting systems and Microsoft Excel

Preferred:

CPA CMA or equivalent professional certification

Experience with manufacturing ERP systems (e.g. SAP Oracle Infor Microsoft Dynamics etc.)

Experience in a company with multi-site operations

Key Skills and Competencies

Strong technical accounting skills with solid cost and inventory accounting knowledge

Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret financial data and explain results to non-financial stakeholders

High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and deadlines

Strong leadership coaching and team-building capabilities

Effective communication skills (written and verbal) across functions and levels

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities

High integrity professionalism and sense of ownership

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Reporting and Month-End Close

Lead and manage the monthly quarterly and year-end close process

Prepare and/or review financial statements (income statement balance sheet cash flow)

Review and approve journal entries accruals and account reconciliations

Analyze results and provide commentary on key variances vs. budget and prior periods

2. Cost and Inventory Accounting (Manufacturing Focus)

Monitor and analyze manufacturing variances (PPV labor and overhead variances scrap etc.)

Ensure accurate valuation of inventory including raw materials WIP and finished goods

Partner with Operations to understand production performance and cost drivers

Support cycle counts and annual physical inventory including reconciliation and reporting

3. General Ledger AP/AR and Cash Management

Maintain the general ledger and chart of accounts

Supervise accounts payable and accounts receivable processes to ensure accuracy and timeliness

Oversee vendor payments customer collections and credit policies as needed

Support cash flow forecasting and daily/weekly cash monitoring

4. Compliance Controls and Audit

Ensure compliance with GAAP (or applicable local standards) and internal policies

Maintain and improve internal controls over financial reporting and key processes

Coordinate annual financial audits and support any tax or regulatory reviews

Assist with preparation of information for corporate tax filings (in partnership with external advisors as needed)

5. Budgeting Forecasting and Analysis

Assist with the annual budgeting process and periodic re-forecasts

Prepare and analyze departmental and plant-level P&Ls

Provide financial insights and recommendations to management particularly on cost structure margins and efficiency initiatives

Support business cases for capital expenditures and operational improvements

6. Leadership and Team Development

Supervise coach and develop accounting staff (e.g. staff accountants AP/AR clerks)

Set clear objectives review work for accuracy and completeness and conduct performance evaluations

Foster a culture of continuous improvement ownership and collaboration within the team

7. Systems Processes and Continuous Improvement

Work with IT and Operations to maintain and enhance the ERP/accounting system

Streamline and document accounting processes and procedures

Identify opportunities to automate routine tasks and improve data quality and reporting speed

Position Title: Accounting Manager Location: Winston GA-Hybrid Duration: Permanent/Full-Time Department: Finance Reports To: VP of Operations Position Overview The Accounting Manager will oversee the day-to-day accounting operations for a manufacturing business ensuring accurate financial reporti...