Accounting Supervisor

Atlas Roofing Corporation

Atlas Roofing Corporation, a privately owned company established in 1982, is an innovative, customer‑oriented leading provider of high‑performance roofing and construction materials that help build better environments to live and work. Atlas Roofing Corporation has grown from a single roofing shingle manufacturing facility in 1982 into an industry leader with facilities in North America and worldwide product distribution. Atlas Roofing Corporation is made up of 4 divisions:
Roof and Wall Insulation, Shingles, Underlayments & Ventilation, Web Technologies, and Molded Products.

We are seeking an Accounting Supervisor that will support the Web Technologies division based at the Meridian, MS location.

The Accounting Supervisor reports to the Multi‑Site Controller and plays a pivotal leadership role within the plant’s finance and operations team.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and supervising the plant accounting staff including onboarding, mentoring, and training.
• Strengthening business decision support through relationship building with key stakeholders, positioning finance as a primary provider of business insights.
• Ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of all financial transactions and reporting related to the plant’s manufacturing activities.
• Delivering accurate, relevant, and insightful analysis and information to the divisional finance function.

• Supervision & Leadership:
  Lead, mentor, and train the plant accounting staff, fostering a culture of accuracy, accountability, and professional growth.
• Financial Reporting:
  Ensure adherence to company policies, US GAAP (as applicable), and regulatory requirements.
• Cost Accounting & Analysis:
  Analyze standard costs, inventory valuation, production variances, and overhead allocation; prepare detailed cost analysis to support plant operational decisions and identify opportunities for savings.
• Budgeting & Forecasting:
  Assist with the annual budget and periodic forecasting processes for the plant, including labor, material, overhead, and capital expenditures; monitor actuals against budget and provide variance analysis and commentary.
• Internal Controls & Compliance:
  Ensure all financial procedures and policies are understood and followed by plant staff; safeguard assets.
• Operational Support:
  Partner with plant and operations management to evaluate financial impacts of business decisions, support lean initiatives, and drive continuous improvement in processes and systems.
• Systems & Process Improvement:
  Identify, recommend, and implement enhancements to accounting systems and processes to improve efficiency, accuracy, and reporting capabilities.
• Inventory Control:
  Oversee inventory accounting, cycle counts, and physical inventory processes; investigate and resolve discrepancies, ensure accurate valuation, and monitor inventory reserves.
• Ad Hoc Analysis & Reporting:
  Provide financial analysis and reporting as required by plant or corporate management, including capital projects, make‑versus‑buy decisions, and operational investments.

• Minimum 3 years of progressive accounting experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment or equivalent, with at least a year in a supervisory or lead capacity.
• Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles, inventory management, and financial reporting standards.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (such as SAP, Oracle, JDE) and advanced Excel skills required.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline‑driven environment.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field required.

• Leadership:
  Inspires and motivates the accounting team to achieve shared goals and uphold high standards of work.
• Analytical Thinking:
  Applies deep financial expertise to dissect and solve complex operational and accounting issues.
• Attention to Detail:
  Ensures accuracy and completeness in all financial statements, reports, and reconciliations.
• Communication:
  Clearly conveys complex financial concepts to…