Manufacturing Accountant

General Information

Name


Manufacturing Accountant


Employment Type


Direct Hire


Position level


Full-time


Virtual/Remote?


No


Labor Category


Accounting / Finance


Date


03-Jun-2026


City


Louisville


State


Kentucky


Country


United States


Ref #


9247858744


Description & Requirements

Description

Entry-Level Manufacturing Accountant
Salary range: $60,000-$75,000 annually
Louisville, KY
Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm Onsite

Position Summary
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Entry-Level Manufacturing Accountant to join our growing team. This role will support company-wide inventory oversight, cost accounting functions, financial reporting, and operational analysis within a light manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, advanced Excel capabilities, and a willingness to work closely with both accounting and operations teams.
Responsibilities

• Collect, analyze, and report cost data related to materials, labor, and manufacturing overhead
• Assist with inventory valuation and maintain accurate inventory records
• Conduct cycle counts and physical inventory audits across facilities
• Perform inventory reconciliations and investigate discrepancies
• Analyze variances between standard and actual costs
• Prepare cost reports, dashboards, forecasts, and ad hoc financial analyses for management
• Collaborate with manufacturing and operations teams to identify cost-saving opportunities and process improvements
• Assist with balance sheet account reconciliations
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities
• Provide support for Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions
• Potential opportunity to take on future General Ledger responsibilities

Qualifications
Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required
• 2-3 years of accounting or cost accounting experience preferred
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required
• Exposure to manufacturing or light industrial environments required
• This role supports inventory and accounting operations across multiple company locations, including: (Louisville, Morehead, Winchester, Missouri, Oklahoma)
• Participate in a minimum of two major annual inventory audits (travel to other locations)

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required
• Experience working with ERP systems such as Acumatica preferred
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Physical & Work Environment Requirements
Candidates must be comfortable working in both office and operational/warehouse environments, including:

• Walking warehouse floors and production facilities
• Working around pallets, inventory storage areas, and operational equipment
• Performing physical inventory counts and cycle counts
• Occasionally lifting or moving products to gain counting access
• Moving throughout facilities as needed
• Lifting up to approximately 50 lbs when necessary

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