Accounting Manager

CFS; Branford (CT); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS, a well-established aerospace and manufacturing organization, is seeking an Accounting Manager to own the finance function and drive modernization. You will lead month-end close, ensure GAAP-compliant reporting, and partner with operations to deliver strategic financial insights.

This role offers executive exposure, cross-functional collaboration, and a path to build a high-performance accounting team while leading process improvements and ERP optimization across the business.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in accounting/finance or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting.
• CPA or advanced degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
• Prepare and review financial statements, journal entries, and reconciliations.
• Oversee AP/AR, inventory, fixed assets, and compliance reporting.
• Manage audits and ensure adherence to U.S. GAAP and corporate policies.
• Conduct variance analysis and provide actionable financial insights.
• Lead and develop the accounting team while driving process improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

U.S. GAAP

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Job description

Ready to step into a high-impact leadership role where you can shape finance operations and drive real business decisions? This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of a well-established accounting function while driving modernization and process improvement.

Accounting Manager

Salary: $140K-$160K

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Step into a leadership role with immediate visibility to executive leadership, including the VP of Finance
• Build on a strong foundation left by a long-tenured predecessor while making your own mark
• Gain exposure to a global parent company with structured reporting and growth opportunities
• Be a key driver in ERP optimization and finance transformation initiatives
• Work cross-functionally with Operations, Supply Chain, and Sales teams in a true business-partnering role
• Influence strategic decision-making through financial insights and analysis
• Enjoy a hands-on leadership position balancing strategy with execution
• Join a stable, established aerospace and manufacturing organization with 65+ years of success
• Opportunity to lead process improvements and implement best-in-class accounting practices

Key Responsibilities For The Accounting Manager

• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
• Prepare and review financial statements, journal entries, and reconciliations
• Oversee AP/AR, inventory, fixed assets, and compliance reporting
• Manage audits and ensure adherence to U.S. GAAP and corporate policies
• Conduct variance analysis and provide actionable financial insights
• Lead and develop the accounting team while driving process improvements

Qualifications For The Accounting Manager

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting
• CPA or advanced degree preferred

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