Accounting Manager

The QualiFind Group supports multinational manufacturing organizations with their need for key specialist to management talent to successfully complete industrial greenfield, site launches, turnaround or expansions in North America. We actively engage, screen and assess talent for specific search mandates that possess the cultural attributes, technical competencies, and experience to deliver value for our clients. POSITION SUMMARY Lead with initiative and the ability to manage day-to-day accounting operations. Will own defined accounting processes and associated North American legal entities end-to-end, providing the operational oversight necessary to ensure consistency, control, and efficiency. Primary accounting owner and partner for your scope of responsibility, proactively managing your piece of the monthly/quarterly reporting cycle and driving process maturity while maintaining high-quality individual output. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE Lead end-to-end accounting operations for US, Mexico, and Canadian manufacturing entities, and other functional areas, ensuring the quality and predictability of the reporting cycle. Translate leadership and business priorities into actionable work plans, managing timelines and resource coordination. Serve as the primary contact for the business in your assigned area, providing accounting insights on key transactions and financial results. Oversee accounting policy application and judgments across North America. Drive redesign and improvement initiatives, such as automation and process standardization, that scale to enhance functional maturity. Ensure the consistent application of internal controls and governance frameworks across the region. Provide direction, prioritization, and clear expectations to other team members, fostering growth through leadership as an individual contributor. Coordinate as the central point for external and internal auditors within North America, managing documentation and alignment. EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s degree in accounting; CPA certification is required (CMA or candidates actively pursuing CPA will also be considered). Manufacturing Expertise in a manufacturing environment with a strong understanding of COGS, Inventory, PPV, Shipping, and Labor accounting. Experience for 7–10+ years of accounting, including ownership of functional areas or legal entities and experience leading and developing junior team members. Bilingual in English and Spanish is highly preferred. Public Company Background: Proven experience in a public company setting, meeting strict deadlines and maintaining robust internal control and audit environments. Technical Proficiency: Deep knowledge of specialized accounting areas including Leases, Capital Assets/Impairment, and Inventory. Tax Knowledge: Familiarity with North American indirect tax requirements. Systems: Proficiency in Microsoft products and experience with SAP. Drive: A \"go-getter\" with significant initiative and a proven ability to anticipate process challenges and drive solutions independently. Innovation & AI: A strong interest in leveraging AI and automation to drive accounting efficiencies.