ACCOUNTING MANAGER

Financial Reporting | Treasury |

Multi-Entity Manufacturing Location:

Maumee, Ohio Employment Type:

Regular Full-Time Salary:

$120,000 to $145,000 annually, based on experience

Reports To:

Chief Financial Officer Lead the Accounting and Treasury Operations of a Growing Manufacturer Our client is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to lead accounting, financial reporting, treasury operations, insurance administration, and shared services for a growing, multi-site manufacturing organization. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, this position will own the integrity of financial results, monthly close, consolidated reporting, balance sheet governance, cash forecasting, and external audit coordination. The Accounting Manager will also lead Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Cash Application, and Staff Accounting while helping build the financial infrastructure needed to support continued growth from approximately $150 million to more than $200 million in annual revenue. This is an excellent opportunity for an accomplished accounting leader who enjoys developing teams, strengthening controls, improving processes, and working closely with senior leadership. What You'll Do Accounting Leadership and Financial CloseLead the monthly close process across multiple legal entities.

Review journal entries, account reconciliations, supporting schedules, and monthly close deliverables.

Maintain the accuracy and integrity of general ledger, intercompany, and consolidated financial activity.

Ensure financial results are completed accurately and on schedule.

Improve accounting processes, close procedures, and financial controls.

Financial and Management ReportingOversee monthly financial statements and consolidated reporting.

Prepare management, lender, Board, and ownership reporting packages.

Partner with the Director of Finance to align financial reporting with operational performance.

Ensure consistent and accurate reporting across all business entities.

Support liquidity analysis and other reporting requested by the CFO.Balance Sheet Governance and Internal ControlsMaintain the integrity of balance sheet accounts and reconciliations.

Review key account reconciliations and supporting documentation.

Establish consistent reconciliation templates and review procedures.

Strengthen controls involving cash, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, inventory, and intercompany activity.

Monitor compliance with company accounting policies and procedures.

Treasury and Cash ForecastingManage daily treasury operations, including bank accounts, cash transfers, credit card administration, and online banking access.

Maintain visibility into cash balances across all legal entities.

Prepare and maintain weekly and 13-week cash forecasts.

Coordinate forecast inputs involving receivables, payables, payroll, debt service, and recurring operating expenses.

Partner with finance and operational leadership regarding capital expenditures, working capital, and forecast assumptions.

Support lender reporting and liquidity planning.

Shared Services LeadershipLead Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Cash Application, and Staff Accounting functions.

Establish performance expectations and measurable KPIs.

Monitor workloads, service levels, and departmental priorities.

Coach and develop accounting team members.

Standardize accounting processes across multiple locations.

Identify opportunities for automation and increased efficiency.

Audit, Insurance, and Entity IntegrationServe as the primary point of contact for external auditors.

Coordinate audit timelines, schedules, PBC requests, documentation, and auditor communications.

Partner with the CFO on technical accounting matters, policies, and final audit conclusions.

Coordinate annual insurance renewals, exposure reporting, policy administration, and claims activity.

Maintain insurance schedules and supporting documentation.

Oversee the accounting integration of a sister company into consolidated financial reporting.

Support future financial system integration and process standardization.

Systems and Continuous ImprovementImprove close efficiency, financial reporting, reconciliation, and cash forecasting processes.

Support ERP and financial systems initiatives.

Promote automation, consistency, and scalable accounting practices.

Help build a financial infrastructure capable of supporting continued organizational growth.

What You'll Bring Required QualificationsBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

At least eight years of progressive accounting experience.

Strong experience with month-end close, financial reporting, account reconciliations, and general ledger management.

Experience working with multi-entity accounting and consolidated reporting.

Previous experience managing and developing accounting personnel.

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.

Ability to communicate effectively with executives, auditors, lenders, and operational leaders.

Preferred QualificationsCPA designation.

Accounting experience within a manufacturing environment.

Knowledge of inventory and cost accounting.

Experience supporting multiple facilities or business entities.

Treasury management and cash forecasting experience.

External audit coordination experience.

ERP systems experience, preferably Plex.

Experience improving or integrating accounting systems and processes.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

Report directly to the Chief Financial Officer.

Serve as the senior accounting and treasury leader for a growing organization.

Influence financial controls, reporting practices, and business processes.

Lead and develop a shared-services accounting team.

Partner closely with executive and operational leadership.

Help build scalable financial infrastructure to support significant company growth.

If you are an experienced accounting leader who combines technical expertise, team leadership, and a continuous-improvement mindset, we encourage you to apply. #IND1#ZR