Accounting Manager

Vaco is assisting their manufacturing client in the search for an Accounting Manager. This position reports to the Controller/CFO.

We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Accounting Manager to oversee core financial operations within our manufacturing and distribution environment. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong technical accounting skills and manufacturing cost accounting experience. You’ll be accountable for managing daily accounting functions, monthly close, job costing accuracy, internal controls, and supporting external audits.

• Lead the month-end and year-end close processes; prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statements
• Maintain accuracy of the general ledger, inventory valuation, and standard costing system
• Manage Accounts Payable, Inventory, and fixed asset tracking processes
• Analyze job costs, variances, and overhead allocations; make recommendations to improve profitability
• Develop and enforce internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure GAAP compliance
• Collaborate with operations, purchasing, and production teams to align financial performance with plant activities
• Prepare monthly and quarterly management reports, including KPIs and financial analysis
• Assist with annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling
• Support audits, including financial statement, tax, and compliance audits
• Supervise or mentor junior accounting staff as needed

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 3–6+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally in a manufacturing or industrial setting
• Strong understanding of GAAP, job costing, inventory accounting, and financial reporting
• High proficiency in Excel and ERP systems (experience with systems like Epicor, Sage, or Oracle a plus)
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines, lead projects, and collaborate cross-functionally
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving skills

• CPA or progress toward CPA (not required)
• Experience in industrial manufacturing
• Prior experience implementing or improving costing systems

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting.

The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan.