Accounting Manager

Universal Stainless & Alloy Products Inc; Bridgeville (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialty steel manufacturer based in Bridgeville, PA is seeking an Accounting Manager to oversee the corporate accounting team. This role involves responsibility for maintaining the general ledger, managing accounts payable and receivable, and ensuring accurate financial reporting. Candidates should have over 8 years of accounting experience, strong knowledge of financial principles, and advanced skills in Microsoft Office. A Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance is required. The company values integrity and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in corporate accounting.
• 3+ years managing corporate accounting functions.
• Thorough knowledge of financial and cost accounting principles.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Monthly Accounting Close Schedule.
• Maintain the General Ledger.
• Lead & manage accounts payable and receivable functions.
• Prepare journal entries and reconciliations.
• Administer financial reporting through Tagetik system.

Skills

Corporate accounting

Financial accounting principles

Cost accounting principles

Microsoft Excel

Data management

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains

Job description

Universal Stainless, headquartered in Bridgeville, PA, produces semi-finished and finished specialty steel products serving primarily to the Aerospace, Energy, Automotive and general industrial markets.

Primary Objective:

The position will report to the Chief Financial Officer and will be responsible for maintaining the general ledger and reporting system, leading the accounts payable and receivable functions, administering the monthly close, and administering various other corporate accounting, reporting and treasury functions. As the Accounting Manager, you will lead the corporate accounting team through efficient and accurate accounting and reporting at our corporate headquarters for the consolidated organization.

• Coordinate Monthly Accounting Close Schedule
• Maintain the General Ledger (manage accounting periods, maintain chart of accounts)
• Lead & manage the accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, including day-to-day supervision of personnel
• Lead & manage the corporate accounting function, including day-to-day supervision of personnel
• Prepare journal entries and reconciliations for areas of ownership, including SG&A, prepaid expenses, accruals, revenue recognition, and other areas; analyze SG&A spending on a monthly basis
• Prepare and maintain reports in the Management Reporter system
• Administer financial reporting through Tagetik consolidation system, and ensure timely reporting of related financial and treasury reporting requirements
• Coordinate the completion of balance sheet account reconciliations for all locations
• Manage annual 1099s process for vendors & related compliance process
• Other duties as assigned by the Chief Financial Officer

Qualifications and Requirements:

• At least 8+ years of progressive experience in corporate accounting, including at least 3+ years managing other corporate accounting functions and staff
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance
• Thorough knowledge of financial accounting and cost accounting principles & practices
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office, primary Excel, Outlook, and Teams; strong data management and data analysis skills
• Previous use of Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains a plus

Personal Attributes:

• High level of integrity, dependability, and commitment
• Attention to detail, accuracy, and a hands-on proactive attitude
• Excellent time management focused on achieving goals and meeting deadlines
• A sense of pride in your performance and its impact on the company’s success
• Strong communicator, with demonstrated ability to work in a close team environment and report to all levels of management across business functions

Universal Stainless is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteranstatus.