Accounting Manager

About the Company

Our client is a vertically integrated aerospace and defense precision manufacturer with a multi-decade track record supplying mission-critical high-tolerance machined hardware large complex assemblies and finished components to leading aerospace space and defense customers. Now backed by a global private-equity firm the company is executing an ambitious growth and operational-excellence agenda and is investing in its people systems and capacity. This search is being conducted on a confidential basis. The hiring companys identity will be shared with qualified candidates during the interview process.

Position Summary

The Accounting Manager owns the day-to-day accounting operations and the monthly close for the Company. Reporting to the VP Finance this hands-on leader is responsible for the general ledger cost accounting accounts payable and receivable payroll coordination and audit support in a fast-paced high-mix manufacturing environment. This is an ideal role for a strong accountant ready to lead a team and help mature the accounting function inside a growing private-equity-backed defense manufacturer.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the monthly quarterly and annual close including journal entries accruals and account reconciliations on a disciplined calendar.
• Own the general ledger and chart of accounts; ensure GAAP-compliant accurate and timely financial records.
• Oversee accounts payable accounts receivable and payroll coordination; manage cash application and vendor/customer issue resolution.
• Maintain standard-cost and inventory accounting including cycle-count reconciliation work-in-process variance analysis and inventory valuation.
• Prepare monthly financial reporting packages and supporting schedules for the VP Finance and sponsor.
• Administer fixed assets depreciation prepaids and lease accounting.
• Lead the annual financial audit and support tax sales/use tax and regulatory filings.
• Strengthen accounting policies procedures and internal controls; drive process improvement and automation within the ERP.
• Supervise mentor and develop accounting staff.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 6 years of progressive accounting experience including full-cycle close ownership.
• Manufacturing accounting experience with standard costing and inventory.
• Demonstrated supervisory or team-lead experience.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and internal controls; advanced Excel.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA or CPA candidate.
• Experience in aerospace & defense or another regulated manufacturer.
• Epicor (Kinetic) ERP experience.
• Exposure to government-contract cost accounting and DCAA requirements.

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary range of $150000 $190000 commensurate with experience plus medical dental and vision coverage 401(k) and paid time off. The posted range reflects the anticipated base pay for this role in California; actual compensation will depend on qualifications experience and internal equity.

Work Authorization & Eligibility

This position supports ITAR- and EAR-controlled programs. Applicants must be a U.S. Person as defined under 22 CFR 120.62 (U.S. citizen lawful permanent resident or protected individual). The facility is access-controlled and the role is subject to a background check and for certain programs eligibility for a U.S. government security clearance.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability protected-veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.