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Accounting Manager Job Description Provide day-to-day financial operations support ensuring that assets are adequately safeguarded, properly valued, and effectively used in the business enterprise. Responsibilities Ensure plant level internal controls are appropriately designed and operating effectively. Oversee the integrity, accuracy, and timely submission of all financial transactions originated at the production site. Ensure accuracy and appropriate valuation of all inventory related to the production site. Act as the primary JDE liaison at the production site. Develop monthly flash reports, quarterly forecasts, and annual budgets in conjunction with the Regional Controller. Assist General Manager with cost control initiatives and ensure accurate and timely transactional reporting. Monitor capital spending program and ensure compliance with corporate policies, including approvals and spending. Coordinate cycle counts on inventory assets in collaboration with maintenance and warehouse departments. Administrate material master including BOMs, Routings, Work Centers, Warehouse Masters, and Item Masters. Prepare weekly, monthly, and quarterly reporting, including monthly OpCo reports, inventory sub-ledgers, inventory SOX controls, inventory movements, and flash reports. Load data into Hyperion Planning and HFM. Utilize the DAS report writer tool to extract data from JDE and create scheduled DAS reports for all users. Participate in the SPI process by providing pertinent inventory and production data. Monitor and maintain cost information at the plant and cost center level, ensuring accuracy and completeness. Serve as the DSI liaison between plant users and Corporate/DSI consultants, maintaining DSI applications and requesting changes as needed. Lead Longview integration and support at the plant. Sign off on quarterly certifications of financial accuracy of plant reporting. Follow all food safety procedures and practices to promote a food safety culture. Essential Skills Bachelor's degree in accounting or related discipline. Minimum of three years of experience in accounting/financial management. Proficiency in cost accounting and general accounting practices. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience in a manufacturing environment. Experience with inventory management through an ERP system. Familiarity with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) principles and reporting. Strong computational skills in Microsoft Excel. Work Environment The role is based in a food gelatin manufacturing plant with a total of 100 employees, including 50 union and 50 office staff. The environment supports a culture of entrepreneurship, transparency, and integrity. The company offers competitive compensation and a robust benefits package, focusing on promoting the health and safety of humans, animals, industries, and the planet. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Dubuque, IA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $125000.00/yr. 401k, time off, health benefits Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Dubuque,IA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 26, 2026. About Aston Carter Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.
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Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
