Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager at Confidential Manufacturing Co. WHAT WE DO Located in Austin, TX, we are a manufacturing company for mission-critical applications serving a diverse customer base spanning aerospace & defense, energy, transportation, construction, and industrial equipment. DUTIES + RESPONSIBILITIES Establish, communicate, and implement major financial strategies, objectives, and policies for the company within approved budgetary plans and processes. Prepare timely and comprehensive reporting and analyses of historical/forecasted financial data (including but not limited to sales, profitability, working capital, cash, and other industry/company-specific financial metrics). Plan, direct, and control the company’s accounting and financial activities, ensuring compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), statutory guidelines, and internal financial policies and procedures. Monitor approved budgets versus actual results on a monthly basis, providing guidance and assistance where needed to management. Manage the accumulation and consolidation of all financial data necessary for an accurate accounting of consolidated business results. Assess the current accounting operations, offering recommendations for improvement, and implementing new processes. Supervise multi-entity accounting department employees including providing guidance on unusual accounting scenarios, on-the-job training for development and potential advancement, and evaluation of work performance based on established performance standards. Drive initiatives for automation, efficiency, and quality-improvement. SKILLS + EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Expert knowledge of daily accounting processes and requirements in accordance with US GAAP. Expertise in management principles involved in strategic planning and forecasting including people, material, and equipment resource allocation; corporate and human resource policies and benefits; and production methods. Previous experience with multi-entity accounting consolidation of entities on different accounting software packages. Proficient in Microsoft Excel accounting software programs. Skill and ability to collect, organize, synthesize, and analyze data; summarize findings; and develop conclusions and recommendations from appropriate data sources. Motivate, develop, and direct people as they work, building a strong team with the right skills in the right jobs. Proactive communicator who can clearly articulate results and needs across all levels of business. Able to establish and communicate clear priorities and influence others to support and act on those priorities. Ability to anticipate work needs and interact professionally with customers. QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance. MBA, CPA, or CMA preferred. 5+ years of leadership experience in accounting or finance function. Experience with 13-week cash flow forecasting. Experience with inventory/cost accounting. Minimum of 10 years of accounting experience. Manufacturing accounting experience preferred COMPANY OVERVIEW While this search is confidential, below you will find some background information on the company. The company operates with a deep commitment to craftsmanship, transparency, and precision, offering fast lead times, hands‑on engineering support, and a collaborative approach that builds long‑term trust. Their customers include Tier 1 and Tier 2 defense contractors, oilfield service providers, industrial automation companies, construction and infrastructure firms, and agricultural equipment manufacturers. The industries they serve are demanding, fast‑moving, and often safety‑or performance‑critical—requiring tight tolerances, fast turnarounds, and zero defects. By offering both low‑volume prototyping and scalable production, they fill a critical gap between high‑mix flexibility and repeatable quality. Competitive Compensation starting at $115,000 + benefits + 401(k). #J-18808-Ljbffr