Accounting Manager & Analyst; Manufacturing

Accounting Manager & Analyst (Manufacturing)

Direct Hire | Part or Full Time

Starting at $105,000 / year

The Manufacturing Accounting Manager & Analyst will perform accounting related duties including creating general ledger transactions, account reconciliations, month end closing, monthly consolidation and year end closings. Further the position will support financial analysis and operational decision-making within a manufacturing environment. This role blends traditional accounting functions, financial analysis, reporting, external accountant support, and hands-on operational backup, working closely with plant leadership and operations teams.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, able to work independently, experienced in working with manufacturing ERP systems, has solid decision-making capabilities and comfortable supporting multiple business functions and entities in a manufacturing setting.

• Perform daily general ledger accounting transactions
• Perform month end account reconciliation and closing
• Perform month end consolidation processes
• Assist with annual year end closing
• Work with multiple ERP systems and entities that are a part of the consolidated group
• Perform financial analysis related to manufacturing operations, including trends, variances, and performance metrics
• Review and analyze job and production costs to support accurate costing and profitability analysis
• Assist with financial reporting activities, including monthly and periodic reports
• Support external accountant processes by preparing documentation and responding to inquiries
• Monitor cost drivers and identify opportunities for operational efficiencies and cost improvements
• Serve as operational backup support for key processes such as:
• Payroll processing and related controls
• Other administrative or finance-related operational functions as needed
• Collaborate with operations and leadership teams to support business decisions
• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies
• Assist with due diligence when companies are acquired

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field required
• A certified Public Accountant or Certified Manufacturing Accountant a plus
• Experience in a manufacturing environment
• Working knowledge of:
• Financial analysis and reporting
• Job costing and cost accounting concepts
• Accounting processes and documentation
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
• Proficiency in Excel and financial systems/ERP platforms
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate across departments and companies
• Able to work independently and have sound decision making capabilities

• Stable, but growing, manufacturing environment with cross-functional exposure
• Opportunity to work closely with operations and leadership
• Hands-on role with visibility into the full financial lifecycle of manufacturing operations

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