Manager of Accounting

STgenetics has an immediate opening for an experienced Accounting Manager. The Accounting Manager will provide accounting leadership and project support during a period of significant systems and business transformation. Reporting to the Corporate Controller, this position will focus on three priorities: Microsoft Dynamics 365 implementation, inventory and cost management, and strategic project support, including Select Sires and HIP analysis. This role will partner across Accounting, Finance, Operations, IT, and other business functions to strengthen financial processes, controls, data integrity, and reporting. This position will be based in Navasota, Texas.

STgenetics® is the worldwide leader in Sexed Semen and Embryo production. ST is well known around the globe as one of the top sources for assistance in locating and exporting quality semen, embryos, and livestock from the United States. ST, through the experience of its staff, specializes in helping find quality livestock, semen, and embryos for placement in foreign countries. Their multilingual abilities and successful shipments port to port make STgenetics® a truly reliable source for marketing to livestock professionals worldwide. Satisfaction is paramount for both buyers and sellers, and ST is dedicated to providing quality genetic improvement throughout the world.

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES

1. Serve as a key Accounting resource for Microsoft Dynamics 365 implementation, including process design, system testing, data validation, conversion, deployment, and post-implementation stabilization.
2. Ensure accounting requirements, internal controls, and financial reporting needs are incorporated into future-state business processes.
3. Partner with Accounting, Operations, IT, and implementation teams to identify and resolve system, process, and data issues while documenting procedures and driving continuous improvement.
4. Provide accounting and analytical support for inventory valuation, cost accounting, reconciliations, reserves, and related financial reporting.
5. Collaborate with Cost Accounting and Operations to analyze inventory and cost variances, identify business drivers, and improve financial visibility.
6. Strengthen inventory and costing processes, controls, and reconciliations, including period-end reporting and audit support during the transition to Dynamics 365.
7. Support Select Sires initiatives through financial analysis, due diligence, data validation, process alignment, and potential integration planning.
8. Support HIP analysis by evaluating financial and operational performance, trends, variances, and key business drivers.
9. Develop scalable accounting processes and controls to support growth and operational excellence.
10. Provide the Corporate Controller with analytical and project support for high-priority strategic initiatives.

EDUCATION / QUALIFICATIONS

1. Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
2. CPA, CMA, or equivalent professional certification preferred.
3. Five or more years of progressive accounting experience required, with management or significant project leadership experience preferred.
4. Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, reconciliations, and internal controls.
5. ERP implementation experience strongly preferred; Microsoft Dynamics 365 experience is a plus.
6. Experience in inventory accounting, cost accounting, manufacturing, agriculture, or related operational accounting environments preferred.
7. Strong analytical, communication, project management, and problem-solving skills.
8. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with expertise in financial analysis, reporting, pivot tables, and data management.
9. Ability to manage multiple priorities and support complex business transformation initiatives.
10. Ability to work cross-functionally and build strong partnerships across Accounting, Finance, Operations, and Information Technology teams.

STgenetics® is an Affluent Action EEO Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for all positions without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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