Accounting Manager - Modesto (No Remote Work)

Crystal Creamery is a leading manufacturer specializing in Dairy Manufacturing. We are committed to innovation and quality, and we are seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee our financial operations and ensure the accuracy and efficiency of our accounting practices.

Job Summary:

The Accounting Manager supports the Corporate Controller in executing general accounting and financial reporting for the Modesto facility. This role is responsible for maintaining an accurate and fully reconciled general ledger, ensuring a timely and disciplined month-end close, and upholding strong financial controls and data integrity.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

1. Month-End Close & General Accounting

• Lead execution of the monthly close process, including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of financial results in accordance with corporate deadlines
• Prepare and maintain balance sheet reconciliations with appropriate supporting documentation
• Support financial reporting and variance analysis versus budget and prior year
• Administer corporate credit card program, including user access, policy compliance, and reconciliation

2. Fixed Assets & Capital Accounting

• Track capital projects and ensure proper capitalization in accordance with GAAP
• Maintain fixed asset subledger and depreciation schedules
• Support capital spend tracking and reconciliation to approved budgets

3. Compliance, Controls & Audit

• Ensure compliance with corporate accounting policies and regulatory requirements
• Prepare and file recurring government reports, including sales and use tax and property tax filings
• Execute internal controls and maintain supporting documentation
• Support internal and external audit processes, including documentation and testing

4. Systems & Process Improvement

• Support SAP and related financial systems to ensure data accuracy and consistency
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and strengthen controls

5. Cross-Functional & Transactional Support

• Collaborate with accounting and cross-functional teams to support accurate and timely financial operations
• Provide support across accounts receivable and accounts payable processes as needed
• Assist in monitoring receivables and addressing issues impacting collections, cash flow, or transactional accuracy
• Partner cross-functionally to resolve operational or customer-related issues impacting financial results

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or CMA preferred


• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment


• Strong knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and financial reporting


• Experience with ERP systems required; SAP Public Cloud experience strongly preferred

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with Microsoft Office tools (Word, PowerPoint)


• Strong attention to detail, analytical and problem-solving capabilities, and effective communication skills; demonstrated ability to maintain fully supported account reconciliations, resolve discrepancies, and collaborate across cross-functional teams

Crystal Creamery is an Equal Employment opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles (such as braids, locks, and twists), color, national origin, ancestry, creed, religion, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition as defined by applicable state law (including cancer and predisposing genetic characteristics in California), genetic information, marital status, familial status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation (actual or perceived), transgender status, sex stereotyping, age, military or veteran status, domestic violence or sexual assault victim status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. Crystal Creamery is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process.

To apply, please send resume to View email address on click.appcast.io.

Salary Description


$85,000 to $100,000