Plant Accounting Manager

DescriptionKforce has a client that is seeking a Plant Accounting Manager in Saint Louis, MO.Summary:We are seeking an experienced Cost Accounting Manager to oversee accounting and financial planning activities across five U.S. manufacturing locations. This highly visible role will partner with plant leadership, Operations, and Supply Chain to improve financial performance, strengthen controls, and support strategic decision-making. The organization offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage beginning on day one; 401(k) matching and profit-sharing programs, team-oriented culture and other firm benefits. This position is scheduled in the Saint Louis, MO area and on-site to develop working relationships with departments and hybrid when necessary.Key Responsibilities:* Lead accounting activities for manufacturing operations in accordance with U.S. GAAP, internal policies, and established controls* Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities, including plant P&Ls, balance sheet accounts, reconciliations, and financial reviews* Analyze material usage, labor, overhead, freight, sales mix, manufacturing costs, and operational variances* Prepare annual budgets, monthly forecasts, and actual-to-budget, forecast, and prior-year analyses* Lead monthly financial performance reviews with plant managers and finance leadership* Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, and plant leadership on inventory counts, variance investigations, and discrepancy resolution* Provide financial insights related to inventory, working capital, productivity, and cost management* Support fixed asset accounting, capital expenditures, and lease accounting compliance* Develop KPIs, dashboards, and reporting tools to monitor manufacturing performance* Support ERP implementations, process improvements, and system best practices* Evaluate risks and opportunities and recommend corrective actionsRequirements* Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Equivalent relevant experience may be considered* 4+ years of accounting or finance experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment* Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, inventory, and cost accounting* Experience with SAP or another large ERP platform* Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel* Strong analytical, communication, and business-partnering skills* Ability to work effectively with plant, operations, supply chain, and finance leadershipJob TypeDirect HireCompensation110000 - $120000