Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager

Location:

Winston, GA.

Division:
Lifting Automation.

At Piab Group we improve our customers' productivity, sustainability, and safety through evolving industrial automation and have done so since 1951. We believe in an automated world where no resources are wasted, and no humans are injured. With annual sales of ~3 billion SEK and more than 1400 employees, Piab is a global organization, serving customers in more than 100 countries from a vast network of subsidiaries and channel partners.

Since 2018, Piab Group has been owned by Patricia Industries, part of Investor AB.

The Lifting Automation Division specializes in smart lifting solutions using vacuum technology, which can be implemented in industries such as logistics, food & beverage, pharma, automotive, woodworking, and aviation. We are global leaders in ergonomic handling with the most advanced products in the market.

You can expect the following with us:

Innovative Culture
:
Be part of a team that thrives on creativity and innovation.

Global Impact
:
Work with a company that is a world leader in vacuum transport solutions.

Global Presence
:
Piab has 25+ sales offices and over 900 partners worldwide, ensuring a vast network and global reach.

Sustainable Vision
:
Contribute to an automated world, promoting safety and efficiency.

Diverse and Inclusive
:
Join a workplace that values diversity and fosters an inclusive environment.

Stable employer
:
As part of Patricia Industries and connected to the Wallenberg family, Piab benefits from strong support and a commitment to long‑term growth and sustainability.

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

• 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…