Accounting Manager

A well-established manufacturing organization in the Perth Amboy/Woodbridge area is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to support the Controller and lead key month-end close and reporting responsibilities during a temporary leave - with strong potential to convert to a permanent leadership role. This is a hands-on, detail-oriented role ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, operationally focused environment and enjoys owning the close process from start to finish. What You’ll Be Doing: Lead and execute monthly and annual close activities Perform and review bank reconciliations and cash reporting Calculate and accrue sales commissions; analyze sales reporting Review journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations Partner with A/P and A/R to ensure accurate processing of payments and rebates Support audit preparation and financial reporting Maintain fixed asset records and lease accounting coordination Drive process improvements and enhance accounting efficiency Heavy Excel analysis and ERP data extraction (Cloud-based system) If the role converts to permanent, you will supervise one Staff Accountant and build out leadership responsibilities. What We’re Looking For: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field 5-8+ years of progressive accounting experience Strong GAAP knowledge Advanced Excel skills (must be comfortable working heavily in spreadsheets) Experience owning or heavily contributing to month-end close Manufacturing experience preferred (not required) Experience working with commissions, cash, and structured reporting environments Leadership experience or clear potential to step into management Why This Opportunity? Strong visibility to leadership (reports directly to Controller) Hybrid flexibility (typically Tues–Thurs onsite) Stable manufacturing environment No excessive overtime culture - emphasis on organization and efficiency #J-18808-Ljbffr Upside Search