Accounting Manager - Manufacturing

Job Description

Job Description

Accounting Manager – Manufacturing

Location: Strasburg, VA

Schedule: Typical first shift, with the possibility of longer hours during month-end and year-end close

Salary Range: $90,000 – $110,000 base

Travel: Occasional travel, approximately 15%

About the Opportunity

A growing metals recycling organization is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to take ownership of accounting and financial reporting for its Strasburg, VA operation.

Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, this is a hands-on role responsible for the full accounting cycle, including month-end close, financial reporting, cost accounting, budgeting and forecasting, balance sheet management, audit support, and day-to-day accounting operations.

This opportunity is well suited for an accounting professional who enjoys working closely with operations, understands the financial drivers of a manufacturing or plant environment, and wants broad ownership and visibility within the business.

What You'll Do

• Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close and reporting process
• Prepare and review general ledger entries, accruals, prepayments, amortizations, taxes, and other month-end adjustments
• Manage balance sheet reconciliations across cash, A/R, A/P, fixed assets, leases, debt, accruals, and other accounts
• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, collections, and cash activity
• Manage fixed assets, depreciation, impairments, and related accounting activities
• Analyze financial performance and provide insight into variances, trends, costs, profitability, and key financial KPIs
• Develop annual budgets, periodic forecasts, cash-flow projections, and supporting financial analysis
• Partner with operational leaders and other departments to ensure financial information is captured and reported accurately
• Coordinate annual audits and serve as a primary contact for auditors, tax advisors, banks, and other financial stakeholders
• Support GAAP-compliant financial statement preparation and required financial disclosures
• Monitor lender reporting requirements and financial covenants
• Prepare quarterly and annual reporting for senior leadership and the board
• Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with company policies and applicable financial requirements
• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and improve reporting efficiency
• Provide ad hoc financial analysis and reporting to support senior management and department leaders as needed

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required
• 5+ years of relevant accounting experience
• Strong experience with general accounting, cost accounting, financial reporting, P&L management, and balance sheet management
• Hands-on experience owning or playing a significant role in the month-end close process
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and cost accounting principles
• Experience coordinating with external auditors and supporting the annual audit process
• Experience developing budgets from the ground up and managing performance against established budgets
• Strong financial analysis, variance analysis, and problem-solving skills
• Experience working within a general ledger or ERP accounting system; Sage MAS200 experience is preferred
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and strong overall Microsoft Office skills
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with finance, operations, senior leadership, and external stakeholders
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities
• A continuous-improvement mindset and willingness to remain hands-on with day-to-day accounting activities
• Ability to travel approximately 15% to out-of-state locations

What's Offered

• Base salary of $90,000 – $110,000, with compensation targeted around $100,000 depending on experience
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with other standard employee benefits
• Direct reporting relationship to the Chief Financial Officer
• Broad ownership of the accounting and financial reporting function for the operation
• High visibility with senior leadership and operational teams
• Opportunity to influence processes, reporting, and financial decision-making
• Long-term professional development and future leadership growth within the accounting function