Accounting Manager

Adecco; Camarillo (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401K plan

Paid Sick Leave

Job summary

A well-established aerospace manufacturing organization is seeking a hands-on Accounting Manager in California. This key leadership role involves managing core accounting functions, preparing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with internal controls. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing, along with a bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and CPA certification. Opportunities for career growth are available in this stable environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally within manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of cost accounting and financial planning.
• Experience in high-mix / low-volume manufacturing is highly preferred.
• Experience in high-mix/low-volume manufacturing highly preferred.
• Hands-on leader with strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with ERP systems, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage core accounting functions including inventory and A/R.
• Prepare monthly financial reporting and spending analysis.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and audit standards.
• Analyze budget vs. actuals and perform detailed account reconciliations (inventory, CAPEX, fixed assets).
• Develop forecasts and partner with leadership on annual operating plans.
• Prepare financial data for quarterly business reviews and mid-year presentations.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, SOX requirements, and audit standards.
• Coordinate internal and external audits, tax filings, and compliance requests.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team while streamlining workflows.
• Support systems implementations and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Accounting experience

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

ERP systems proficiency

ERP systems

Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

MS Office

Job description

We’re partnering with a well-established, growing aerospace manufacturing organization to identify a hands-on Accounting Manager who thrives in fast-paced, high-impact environments.

This is a key leadership role with strong visibility, cross-functional exposure, and the opportunity to influence financial operations and strategy.

If you enjoy being close to the business, partnering with operations, and driving process improvements, this is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead and actively manage core accounting functions: inventory, A/R, A/P, payroll support, cost accounting, and general ledger
• Support weekly payroll and drive a compressed 3-day month-end close
• Prepare monthly financial reporting, spending analysis, and working capital insights
• Analyze budget vs. actuals and perform detailed account reconciliations (inventory, CAPEX, fixed assets)
• Develop forecasts and partner with leadership on annual operating plans
• Prepare financial data for quarterly business reviews and mid-year presentations
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, SOX requirements, and audit standards
• Coordinate internal and external audits, tax filings, and compliance requests
• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team while streamlining workflows
• Support systems implementations and continuous improvement initiatives

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA strongly preferred)
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally within manufacturing
• Strong knowledge of cost accounting, manufacturing systems, and financial planning
• Experience in high-mix / low-volume manufacturing highly preferred
• Hands‑on leader with strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills
• Proficiency with ERP systems, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Office
• Full‑time, onsite role (5 days/week); occasional Saturdays may be required
• Must be a U.S. Person per ITAR regulations

Why Consider This Role?

• High‑visibility position with direct access to leadership
• Opportunity to shape processes, systems, and financial strategy
• Stable, growing manufacturing environment with long‑term career growth

Interested or know someone who might be?

Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications to Alissa at [e-mail]. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further steps in the selection process.

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

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