Accounting Manager

Description

Accounting Manager

Wallingford, CT - HYBRID

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Company Overview:

Our client is a growing manufacturing organization committed to operational excellence and high-quality production. As the company scales, they are looking to strengthen their finance function with a skilled accounting leader who can provide accurate financial reporting, support operations, and enhance process efficiency.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a hands-on Accounting Manager to lead the accounting function at a manufacturing facility in Wallingford. This role is perfect for a finance professional who enjoys balancing technical accounting responsibilities with mentoring a small team and collaborating closely with operations. The ideal candidate will drive financial accuracy, compliance, and operational insights across the site.

Key Responsibilities:

+ Lead site accounting, including month-end close, general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, and financial reporting

+ Partner with plant and operational teams to provide actionable financial analysis and support strategic decisions

+ Maintain and analyze standard costs, perform product costing, and review variances to drive operational efficiency

+ Ensure adherence to internal controls, corporate policies, and regulatory compliance

+ Prepare and coordinate audit documentation for external auditors

+ Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, workflows, and reporting systems

+ Collaborate with corporate finance and FP& A teams on budgets, forecasts, and financial models

+ Supervise, mentor, and develop on-site accounting staff

Requirements

+ Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA, MBA, or other professional accounting designation preferred

+ 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally in a manufacturing or industrial environment

+ Hands-on knowledge of US GAAP, internal controls, and compliance requirements

+ Advanced Excel and analytical skills; able to build and interpret financial models

+ Strong communication, leadership, and cross-functional collaboration skills

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