Accounting Manager

Connect Search, LLC; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k)

Vacation

PTO

Sick/Personal Time

Holidays

Job summary

A leading recruiting firm in the Milwaukee area is seeking an Accounting Manager to guide the financial and reporting activities at a manufacturing production site. The ideal candidate will have 5-10 years of experience and a Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and retirement options.

Qualifications

• 5-10+ years of experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Familiarity with continuous improvement practices or certifications is a plus.
• CPA or CMA preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting tasks for the facility.
• Coordinate the site’s planning and forecasting processes.
• Produce recurring financial summaries and management updates.
• Lead closeout cycles at month and year-end.
• Partner with operations and supply chain teams.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to analyze information

Team-oriented mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related area

Job description

Accounting Manager

Schedule: 8-5

Bonus: 15%

We are looking for a detail-focused professional to guide the financial and reporting activities of our production site. This role is central in managing plant-level accounting processes, planning cycles, analysis, and internal practices that support operational performance and profitability.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting tasks for the facility, including records, cost tracking, inventory, and payables/receivables.
• Coordinate the site’s planning and forecasting processes in line with overall business goals.
• Maintain and review cost standards, monitoring shifts in materials, labor, and other production expenses.
• Produce recurring financial summaries and management updates.
• Lead closeout cycles at month and year-end, ensuring alignment with internal requirements.
• Track operational indicators and expense patterns to highlight opportunities for efficiency.
• Ensure practices meet company expectations and relevant guidelines.
• Partner with operations and supply chain teams to provide insight and recommend cost improvements.
• Support audit activities and compliance efforts.
• Work closely with corporate finance contacts, as needed.
• Contribute positively to team initiatives in a collaborative manner.
• Maintain an organized and safe work environment by following site safety practices.
• Perform additional tasks as required in support of the team and business.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related area.
• 5-10+ years of experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Familiarity with continuous improvement practices or certifications is a plus.
• CPA or CMA preferred but not required.

Skills

• Strong communication skills, written and verbal.
• Comfortable working with different levels across the organization.
• Ability to analyze information and provide meaningful insights.
• Team-oriented mindset with a collaborative approach.

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k), Vacation, PTO, Sick/Personal Time, Holidays

Base Pay Range

$120,000.00/yr - $135,000.00/yr

Additional Compensation Types

Annual Bonus

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Accounting/Auditing

Industries: Manufacturing