Accounting Manager

We are seeking a seasoned and detail-oriented Accounting Manager to lead our accounting function in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for overseeing day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring the integrity of financial data, supporting strategic decision-making, and developing a high-performing accounting team. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical accounting expertise, strong leadership skills, and hands-on experience in manufacturing and inventory-driven environments.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting Operations

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, cost accounting, inventory valuation, accounts payable/receivable, and fixed assets.

• Ensure timely and accurate recording of financial transactions in compliance with U.S. GAAP and internal policies.

• Review and prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and internal financial reports.

• Direct the preparation of monthly and year-end financial statements for internal and external stakeholders.

Inventory & Cost Accounting

• Manage inventory accounting processes including standard costing, variance analysis, and physical inventory procedures.

• Partner with operations and supply chain teams to ensure accurate costing of raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods.

• Lead initiatives to improve inventory accuracy, reduce waste, and support cost control efforts.

Team Leadership & Development

• Manage, mentor, and develop members of the accounting team to promote accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

• Establish goals, KPIs, and development plans aligned with business priorities and individual growth objectives.

Audit & Compliance

• Oversee reconciliations, transaction documentation, and approval processes to ensure accuracy and compliance.

• Coordinate annual audits and serve as the primary liaison with external auditors and tax advisors.

• Support tax compliance activities including sales/use tax, property tax, and corporate filings.

• Monitor changes in accounting standards and ensure internal practices remain compliant.

What You Bring

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA strongly preferred.

• 7–10 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 2–3 years in a supervisory or management role.

• Experience in a manufacturing or inventory-intensive environment (food industry preferred).

• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and internal control best practices.

• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, NetSuite).

Skills & Attributes

• Proven ability to lead accounting teams in a production or plant setting.

• Deep knowledge of standard costing, BOMs, inventory reconciliations, and manufacturing variances.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to deliver actionable financial insights.

• Effective communicator with a collaborative and solution-oriented approach.

• Proficiency in Excel and financial reporting tools.