Senior Accountant / Accounting Manager

Senior Accountant / Accounting Manager at Ledgent Finance & Accounting Senior Accountant / Accounting Manager at Ledgent Finance & Accounting in Baltimore, Maryland Posted in 11 days ago. $90,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities Accounting & Financial Reporting Lead or support month-end and year-end close , including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations Prepare and review financial statements , balance sheet accounts, and P&L reporting Ensure accurate inventory valuation and COGS reporting Maintain and review key balance sheet schedules Manufacturing & Cost Accounting Oversee inventory and cost accounting , including standard costing and variance analysis Partner with operations on cost drivers, efficiencies, and production variances Support physical inventories, cycle counts, and reconciliation of inventory differences Oversee fixed asset accounting related to manufacturing equipment Leadership & Controls Supervise and mentor accounting staff (Accounting Manager level) Strengthen internal controls, policies, and procedures Coordinate and support external audits Drive process improvements and reporting efficiencies Systems & Cross-Functional Support Utilize Sage ERP (e.g., Sage 100, Sage 300, or similar) for accounting, inventory, and reporting Collaborate with plant leadership, supply chain, and finance teams Support budgeting and forecasting from a cost and operational perspective Assist with ERP reporting enhancements and system improvements Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance 5-10+ years of progressive accounting experience ( manufacturing required ) Strong understanding of GAAP, inventory accounting, and cost accounting Sage ERP experience required (Sage 100, Sage 300, or related Sage platforms) Advanced Excel skills Prior leadership or mentoring experience preferred (required for Accounting Manager level) All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.