Sr. Accounting Manager

Description

We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accounting Manager to lead core accounting operations and deliver reliable financial reporting for our team. This role will oversee close activities, support budgeting and profitability analysis, and help strengthen accounting processes across the organization. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, leadership capability, and the ability to translate financial data into meaningful business insight.

Responsibilities:

• Direct monthly close activities, including account review, consolidation, and preparation of accurate financial reports within established timelines.

• Prepare and review journal entries and other general ledger activity to ensure business transactions are recorded completely and correctly.

• Develop financial statements and related analysis that provide leadership with a clear view of operating results, balance sheet activity, and future performance trends.

• Reconcile key balance sheet accounts and determine appropriate accounting treatment for reserves, capital items, and operating expenditures.

• Collaborate with external audit and tax partners on reporting matters, compliance questions, and project-based financial analysis.

• Supervise, mentor, and support accounting team members to encourage strong performance and career growth.

• Improve accounting workflows by establishing, updating, and documenting procedures, controls, and system-related processes.

• Maintain cost accounting data for finished goods and overhead allocation while providing profitability analysis for customers, products, and selected operations.

• Coordinate development of annual operating and capital budgets and contribute financial support for special initiatives led by senior leadership.

Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• At least 5 years of progressive accounting experience, with senior-level responsibility in financial reporting and close management.

• Strong background in month-end close, general ledger accounting, journal entry preparation, and account reconciliation.

• Experience supporting financial statement audits and working effectively with external audit or tax professionals.

• Knowledge of cost accounting, internal controls, and financial analysis, preferably within a manufacturing environment.

• Proven ability to lead and develop accounting staff while managing multiple priorities in a deadline-driven setting.

• Advanced Excel skills and solid proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

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