Accounting Manager

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a well-established and highly stable consumer products/manufacturing organization to identify an Accounting Manager for its growing finance team. Reporting to senior finance leadership, this individual will oversee core accounting operations, lead the month-end and year-end close processes, supervise a small accounting team, and serve as a key contributor to financial reporting, compliance, and process improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will bring hands‑on accounting leadership experience within a manufacturing, distribution, retail, or consumer products environment and possess a collaborative, ownership‑oriented approach. Key Responsibilities Lead the month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting. Prepare and review account reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, and financial statements. Support annual audit activities and serve as a key liaison with external auditors. Oversee general ledger accounting and ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies. Manage and mentor a small accounting team, fostering accountability and professional development. Maintain responsibility for sales and use tax compliance, filings, and related reporting. Analyze financial results and provide insights to support operational and strategic decision‑making. Partner with cross‑functional teams to improve accounting processes, controls, and reporting efficiencies. Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning initiatives as needed. Support reporting requirements related to an international parent organization while ensuring local compliance standards are met. Take ownership of accounting operations and drive excellence in a professional, team‑oriented environment. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. 5+ years of progressive accounting experience with leadership or supervisory responsibilities. Prior experience within manufacturing, distribution, retail, consumer products, or a related industry environment. Strong knowledge of month‑end close, year‑end close, financial statement preparation, and audit support. Demonstrated experience managing sales and use tax requirements. Hands‑on, self‑directed professional with a strong sense of ownership and accountability. Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills. Experience supporting an international parent company is highly desirable. ERP system experience required; Microsoft Business Central experience is a plus. Benefits Medical/Dental/Vision coverage plus 401(k) match and profit‑sharing program Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to Legal Considerations The California Fair Chance Act Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers #J-18808-Ljbffr