Accounting Manager

Job DetailExperience Level ManagerDegree Type Bachelor of Science (BS)Employment Full TimeWorking Type On SiteJob Reference 0000021555Salary Type AnnuallyIndustry Manufacturing;BiotechnologySelling Points Lead impactful financial operations in a dynamic environment with growth potential. Enhance your expertise in SAP systems and compliance processes. Collaborate with senior management and operational teams to drive success.Job DescriptionAccounting Manager OverviewThe Accounting Manager oversees financial reporting, cost analysis, and reconciliations for assigned business areas, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures.Collaborates with operations and finance teams to analyze spending variances and provide financial impact summaries.Manages fixed assets within SAP modules and supports external audits with detailed schedules and reports.Develops annual budgets and monthly forecasts, maintaining updates in BPC systems as required.Ensures adherence to accounting policies, documenting procedures for Sarbanes-Oxley compliance.Interfaces with senior management, external auditors, and operational departments to achieve organizational goals.Handles confidential information responsibly, requiring occasional overtime during reporting deadlines.Supports quality systems and compliance initiatives, ensuring timely completion of QA, HR, and EH&S procedures.Accounting Manager Key Responsibilities & DutiesPost monthly journal entries and analyze variances in costs, identifying trends and resolving discrepancies.Prepare financial analyses and summaries for management, ensuring accuracy and compliance with policies.Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations, reviewing and correcting variances as needed.Collaborate with operational departments to develop budgets and forecasts, maintaining updates in financial systems.Maintain fixed assets within SAP modules, ensuring accurate records and reporting.Provide requested schedules to external auditors during interim and year-end audits.Document policies, procedures, and controls for Sarbanes-Oxley implementation.Ensure compliance with quality systems and standards, escalating issues to appropriate parties.Accounting Manager Job RequirementsBachelor’s degree in accounting required, with 7-10 years of professional experience.Proficiency in SAP or Tier I ERP systems, Excel, and Word essential.Strong analytical abilities and financial orientation, with excellent communication skills.Experience in manufacturing preferred; CPA or CMA certification a plus.Ability to handle confidential information and meet financial reporting deadlines.Knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley compliance and quality systems required.Organizational effectiveness and relationship-building skills to achieve business goals.