Financial Accountant

Our client, a growing and innovative consumer goods manufacturer , is seeking a highly motivated Financial Accountant to join its finance team. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of manufacturing operations and corporate finance, providing critical financial insights that support business growth, operational efficiency, and strategic decision-making.

The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, and thrives in a dynamic manufacturing environment where inventory, cost accounting, and financial reporting play a vital role in organizational success.

Position Summary

The Financial Accountant will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, supporting month-end and year-end close processes, preparing financial statements, analyzing manufacturing costs, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and internal controls. This role will partner closely with operations, supply chain, and leadership teams to provide actionable financial insights and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & General Accounting

• Prepare and maintain accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and investigate variances.
• Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities.
• Prepare journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations.
• Support external audits and financial statement preparation.

Manufacturing & Cost Accounting

• Analyze product costs, inventory valuations, labor costs, and manufacturing variances.
• Monitor raw material, work-in-process, and finished goods inventory accounting.
• Assist with standard cost updates and cost roll calculations.
• Partner with operations leadership to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve profitability.
• Evaluate inventory reserves and obsolescence reporting.

Financial Analysis

• Prepare management reports highlighting business performance, trends, and key metrics.
• Analyze margins, production efficiency, and operational costs.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and annual planning processes.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to management.

Compliance & Internal Controls

• Ensure adherence to GAAP and company accounting policies.
• Support the development and maintenance of strong internal controls.
• Assist with tax-related schedules and compliance reporting.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance reporting accuracy and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3+ years of accounting experience, preferably within manufacturing or consumer goods.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and general accounting principles.
• Experience with month-end close and financial statement preparation.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups, and financial modeling.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.