Accounting Manager

Pipp Mobile Storage Systems Inc; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Pipp Mobile Storage Systems, Inc. in Grand Rapids, MI, is seeking an Accounting Manager to lead our accounting operations across multiple entities.

This role oversees general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, inventory and cost accounting, financial reporting, and month-end close activities. The ideal candidate will develop teams, drive process improvements, and support finance transformation initiatives focused on automation and ERP optimization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership or supervisory responsibilities.
• Strong expertise in general ledger accounting, financial reporting, month-end close, account reconciliations, cost accounting, inventory accounting.
• Experience leading accounting teams and managing multiple priorities.
• Advanced MS Excel and ERP system experience.
• CPA, CMA, MBA or equivalent advanced credential preferred.
• Manufacturing, distribution, multi-entity, or international business experience.
• Experience with ERP implementations, process automation, and business intelligence/reporting tools.
• Experience supporting audits, tax compliance, and regulatory reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day accounting operations including general ledger accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable and collections, fixed assets, Inventory accounting, and cost accounting.
• Provide leadership, coaching, development, and performance management for accounting team members.
• Establish and maintain accounting policies, procedures, controls, and documentation.
• Drive accountability, service excellence, and continuous improvement across the accounting function.
• Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes and ensure timely journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and financial reports.
• Lead inventory and cost accounting activities, including standard costing and variance analysis, and support inventory valuation.
• Oversee AP, AR, credit, collections, billing, and cash application processes; monitor aging collections and cash management.
• Identify opportunities to automate processes and improve ERP utilization and reporting capabilities.
• Support external audits, tax reporting, lender reporting, and regulatory requirements; ensure GAAP compliance.

Skills

Leadership

General ledger

Month-end close

Financial reporting

Cost accounting

Inventory accounting

ERP proficiency

Process improvement

Internal controls

Audits & compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA/CMA/MBA preferred

Tools

ERP system

MS Excel

Job description

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Accounting Manager

Full Time PIPP, Grand Rapids, MI, US

Pipp Mobile Storage Systems, Inc. is a dynamic and innovative organization committed to delivering excellence to our customers. As a rapidly growing company, we are looking for anAccounting Manager to lead our accounting operations and support the continued growth of our business. This position is responsible for overseeing general accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, inventory and cost accounting, financial reporting, and month-end close activities across multiple entities.

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a growing organization by strengthening accounting operations, developing teams, improving financial visibility, and helping shape the future of the finance function. You'll partner closely with leaders across Finance, Operations, Supply Chain, IT, and executive management while leading initiatives that improve efficiency, accountability, and business performance.

The ideal candidate is a strong accounting leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys developing teams, improving processes, and driving financial accuracy. This role plays a key part in finance transformation initiatives focused on automation, ERP optimization, process standardization, and continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities of the Accounting Manager include:

• Lead day-to-day accounting operations including general ledger accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable and collections, fixed assets, Inventory accounting, and cost accounting.
• Provide leadership, coaching, development, and performance management for accounting team members.
• Establish and maintain accounting policies, procedures, controls, and documentation.
• Drive accountability, service excellence, and continuous improvement across the accounting function.
• Financial Reporting & Month-End Close –
  • Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
  • Ensure timely and accurate preparation of journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and financial reports.
  • Review balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances
  • Partner with FP&A and business leaders to provide accurate financial information and analysis.
  • Improve close efficiency, accuracy, and reporting consistency.
• Cost & Inventory Accounting –
  • Lead inventory and cost accounting activities, including standard costing and variance analysis.
  • Maintain product costing methodologies and support inventory valuation processes.
  • Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Sales to improve gross margin visibility and financial performance.
  • Support inventory controls, cycle counts, physical inventories, and reserve analyses.
• Working Capital Management –
  • Oversee AP, AR, credit, collections, billing, and cash application processes.
  • Monitor aging collections, disputes, deductions, and cash management activities.
  • Establish and track key performance indicators for transactional accounting functions.
  • Strengthen internal controls and fraud prevention processes.
• Identify opportunities to automate processes and eliminate manual work.
• Partner with IT and business leaders to improve ERP utilization and reporting capabilities.
• Lead process improvement and finance transformation initiatives.
• Develop documentation, workflows, training materials, and process controls to support scalability and business continuity.
• Audit, Compliance & Controls –
  • Support external audits, tax reporting, lender reporting, and regulatory requirements.
  • Ensure compliance with US, GAAP, and company policies.
  • Evaluate control risks and implement corrective actions when needed.
  • Maintain strong internal controls and accounting governance.

To be successful in this role, the candidate should possess the following qualifications and competencies:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership or supervisory responsibilities.
• Strong expertise in general ledger accounting, financial reporting, month-end close, account reconciliations, cost accounting, inventory accounting.
• Experience leading accounting teams and managing multiple priorities.
• Advanced MS Excel and ERP system experience.
• CPA, CMA, MBA or equivalent advanced credential preferred.
• Manufacturing, distribution, multi-entity, or international business experience.
• Experience with ERP implementations, process automation, and business intelligence/reporting tools.
• Experience supporting audits, tax compliance, and regulatory reporting.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.