The Accounting Manager is a member of the Accounting and Finance team working with the accounting systems to complete general accounting responsibilities. This position will be responsible for managing a small finance team while still being actively involved for the monthly close cycle, account reconciliation preparations and reviews, general ledger entries and researching / explaining variances. This role will work closely with operations and procurement to properly account for inventory at month end, analyze PPV, and to update standards.

• Independently and accurately complete assigned monthly journal entries within published Accounting timeframe and guidelines, ensuring compliance with both US GAAP and IFRS.
• Oversee plant accounting, including, COS, and inventory.
• Maintain appropriate skills and knowledge of Accounting systems and tools.
• Support Accounting by utilizing software to analyze data.
• Maintain appropriate documentation and approvals for all transactions.
• Manage a team of 2-4 accounting/finance professionals.
• Complete and review all assigned monthly & quarterly account reconciliations.
• Review monthly/quarterly trend and budget variance explanations for financial reporting with management.
• Prepare the required "Client Prepared Schedules" and complete prior to the start of audit field work.
• Work with auditors to provide sufficient support while overseeing the team's audit responsibilities.
• Assist in department process improvement & controls.
• Perform special Projects assigned by management.
  

• Bachelor Degree with concentration in Accounting required.
• 12 or more years of relevant experience required with strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP); experience with IFRS a plus.
• CPA or MBA/MAcc preferred.
• Proficient skills with Microsoft Excel, Access, HFM, Infor XA and Word.
• Strong finance and analytical skills; clear ability to work with people in a seamless manner; superior use of excel and ability to quickly learn other IT systems; ability to work with senior management and exercise good business judgement.

Working conditions:

• Normal office environment with a minimum of 4 days in office.
• May be required to sit or stand for long periods of time while performing duties.
• Close attention to detail required.
• Willingness to work in a team-based environment.
• The position deals with many deadlines. Due to the short turnaround time of deadlines and limited time other departments have to complete the information, overtime is sometimes required.