Accounting Manager

The Senior Accountant is responsible for supporting corporate and divisional accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance with U.S. GAAP, and timely completion of month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities. This role partners closely with cross-functional teams to provide financial insights, support manufacturing and cost accounting analysis, strengthen internal controls, and drive continuous process improvements. Essential Functions General Accounting and Financial Reporting Prepare and review financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and supporting schedules. Ensure accuracy and completeness of journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and intercompany activity. Coordinate and oversee month-end closing activities in accordance with established schedules and reporting deadlines. Collaborate with fellow accountants to complete monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes for Corporate Headquarters and divisional operations, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP. Prepare and consolidate global trial balances and roll-ups of quarterly forecast financials. Support Corporate and divisional management in the preparation, analysis, and monitoring of the Annual Operating Plan, forecasts, and other financial projections. Cost Accounting and Manufacturing Analysis Analyze and interpret financial results for manufactured products, including sales performance, gross margins, cost structures, and spending trends. Provide financial analysis and support for capital projects, cost-savings initiatives, and inventory management activities. Assist with reconciliations between manufacturing systems, inventory systems, and the general ledger. Intercompany and Treasury Support Record and reconcile intercompany transactions within the Corporate general ledger.Issue, review, and confirm intercompany statements with global partners. Provide intercompany netting settlement details to Treasury and Accounts Payable. Perform monthly reconciliations of all corporate bank accounts, identifying and resolving reconciling items in a timely manner. Audit, Compliance, and Internal Controls Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation for internal, external, and tax audits. Support tax compliance processes by preparing and reviewing financial information required for statutory and regulatory filings. Participate in periodic audits in collaboration with HR, Tax, and external auditors. Assist with the development, documentation, and enhancement of internal controls. Process Improvement and Systems Document existing accounting processes and identify opportunities for automation, efficiency, and improved accuracy. Develop and implement procedural and system improvements to enhance accounting operations. Contribute to improvements in operational systems, data integrity, and financial reporting workflows. Collaboration and Professional Development Partner with business unit and corporate leaders to provide guidance, insights, and financial support during budgeting and forecasting cycles. Collaborate across departments, including Financial Services, Tax, Treasury, and Operations, to ensure data accuracy and alignment. Complete all required training applicable to the role and maintain current knowledge of accounting standards and best practices. Demonstrate a positive, flexible, and proactive approach, with a willingness to assume additional responsibilities as needed. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required. Five to seven years of progressive accounting experience in corporate, public accounting, or manufacturing environments. Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, standard cost accounting, and financial reporting principles. Experience working with ERP systems, SAP experience preferred. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel with a strong working knowledge of Word and related applications. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills. Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization. Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain attention to detail in a fast-paced environment. Location: Elyria, OH Compensation: $90,000 - $100,000 per year #J-18808-Ljbffr Supreme Talent