Sr. Accountant / Accounting Manager

The Senior Accountant/Accounting Manager is responsible for leading and executing all core accounting and financial management functions within the organization. This role owns the integrity of the general ledger, ensures accuracy in financial reporting, maintains compliance with GAAP and tax requirements, and drives improvements in financial processes and internal controls. The Senior Accountant/Accounting Manager is a hands-on role requiring expert-level accounting knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to manage complex financial operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Manages daily accounting operations, including general ledger, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
• Oversees accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, and payroll support functions.
• Prepares and analyzes monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in strict accordance with GAAP.
• Administers company banking functions, including reconciliations, ACH/wire transfers, deposits, and managing relationships with financial institutions.
• Monitors and forecasts company cash flow and working capital.
• Supports internal and external audits by preparing schedules, pulling documentation, and responding to auditor inquiries.
• Ensures compliance with all applicable tax requirements, including sales/use tax and 1099 filings.
• Partners with operations on cost accounting and margin analysis; supports inventory valuation and project-based financial tracking.
• Coordinates monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes in SAP, ensuring timeliness and accuracy.
• Leads annual budget development, forecasts, and rolling projections; provides variance analysis and actionable insights to management.
• Designs, implements, and enforces internal controls, accounting policies, and process improvements to ensure accuracy and mitigate risk.
• Supports leadership with ad-hoc reporting, business case modeling, and financial analysis.
• Maintains a general understanding of the ISO 9001:2015 quality management system and quality objectives.
• Performs various other duties as assigned by Supervisor/Manager.
  

  Ideal Skills

  
  
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or CMA preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in accounting/finance; manufacturing environment preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and accounting best practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills with ability to adapt to changing priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to collaborate cross-functionally.
• High level of integrity, attention to detail, and confidentiality.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; advanced Excel skills required.
• Familiarity with sales tax compliance tools (e.g., Vertex) and reporting platforms is a plus.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle Netsuite, etc.) preferred. Experience with ERP migrations is a plus.

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