Accounting Manager

Leoforce; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Annual bonus

Job summary

Leoforce seeks an experienced Accounting Manager to own the close, reporting, and control environment across locations. You will lead a Senior Accountant, partner with the Plant Controller, and drive accurate month-end and year-end results.

The role requires a CPA, 8+ years in accounting (manufacturing a plus), and a solid grasp of US GAAP, ERP systems, and internal controls. Expect a path to senior controllership with competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
• CPA highly preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including ownership of the month-end close and financial reporting.
• 2+ years of supervisory or team lead experience.
• Public accounting experience (Big 4 or regional firm) is a strong plus.
• Manufacturing or industrial experience strongly preferred, including exposure to inventory and cost accounting.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP; IFRS exposure a plus.
• Experience with public company reporting, internal controls, and audit support.
• Strong ERP and financial reporting system experience (e.g., Oracle, SAP, OneStream, Hyperion).
• Advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Own the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close process and ensure timely delivery to Corporate.
• Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and reserves.
• Prepare and review financial statements and corporate reporting packages.
• Ensure proper revenue/expense recognition and inventory reporting across locations.
• Maintain internal controls and support audits.
• Lead variance analysis and support budgeting/forecasting with solid accounting inputs.
• Oversee balance sheet analysis including inventory and fixed assets.
• Partner with Operations, Sales, Supply Chain, and Plant Finance to resolve issues.

Skills

CPA

US GAAP

ERP systems

Advanced Excel

Public accounting

Manufacturing experience

Team leadership

Cost accounting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA

Tools

Oracle

SAP

OneStream

Hyperion

Job description

Job Description

Experience: Manager

Salary: $120,000 - $140,000 per year

Job Details

Position Summary

The Accounting Manager owns day-to-day accounting operations for the business, including the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close, financial reporting to Corporate, balance sheet integrity, and the internal control environment. Reporting to the Controller, this role leads the Houston accounting function, directly manages a Senior Accountant, and partners closely with the Plant Controller at the company's manufacturing facility to ensure accurate, timely, and consistent results across locations.

Success in this role requires a detail-oriented, technically sound leader who can execute with precision, coach others, and continuously improve how the team closes and reports.

Key Responsibilities

Close & Financial Reporting

• Own and manage the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close calendar, ensuring accurate and timely delivery of results to Corporate.
• Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and reserves.
• Prepare and review financial statements and Corporate reporting packages in line with corporate accounting policies.
• Ensure accurate revenue recognition, expense recognition, inventory reporting, and proper cut-off across locations.
• Research and document technical accounting matters and recommend appropriate treatment.

Internal Controls & Audit

• Maintain a strong internal control environment in line with public company requirements and corporate policies.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external audit requests.
• Identify control gaps and implement remediation plans.

Analysis & Business Support

• Review variance analysis versus prior periods, budget, and forecast, and help articulate key drivers to leadership.
• Support the annual budget and forecasting processes with accurate, well-supported accounting inputs.
• Oversee balance sheet analysis, including inventory, fixed assets, working capital, and reserves.
• Partner with Operations, Sales, Supply Chain, and Plant Finance to resolve accounting issues at the source.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, coach, and develop the Senior Accountant with clear expectations, regular feedback, and growth opportunities.
• Coordinate with the Plant Controller to align processes, timelines, and standards across locations.
• Promote a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement.

Process Improvement & Systems

• Drive opportunities to simplify, standardize, and automate close and reporting processes.
• Support ERP enhancements, system implementations, and acquisition integration activities as required.
• Maintain accounting policies, procedures, and desk documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
• CPA highly preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including ownership of the month-end close and financial reporting.
• 2+ years of supervisory or team lead experience.
• Public accounting experience (Big 4 or regional firm) is a strong plus.
• Manufacturing or industrial experience strongly preferred, including exposure to inventory and cost accounting.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP; IFRS exposure a plus.
• Experience with public company reporting, internal controls, and audit support.
• Strong ERP and financial reporting system experience (e.g., Oracle, SAP, OneStream, Hyperion).
• Advanced Excel skills.

Why This Opportunity

• Visible, high-impact role with a direct line to the Controller and business leadership
• Stable, publicly traded organization with a growing business unit
• Clear path for growth into senior controllership roles
• Competitive base salary, annual bonus, and comprehensive benefits including 401(k) match

A bit about us:

Our client is a global, manufacturer serving the energy, infrastructure, and industrial markets. This growing business unit is seeking a hands‑on Accounting Manager to lead the close, reporting, and control environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong accounting professional to own core controllership deliverables, develop talent, and serve as a key partner to the Controller in a high‑performing organization.

Why join us?

Lead close and reporting for a growing business unit of a publicly traded manufacturer in Houston. Hands‑on team leadership, direct line to the Controller, and a clear path up.