Accounting Manager

Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber of Commerce; Nacogdoches (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexio Power is seeking an experienced accounting professional to lead the day-to-day accounting function and strengthen internal controls. You will maintain accurate financial records and provide timely information to support sound operating decisions as Nexio grows.

The role focuses on ownership of the monthly close, financial reporting, and partnership with Operations and Supply Chain on inventory valuation and costing. A CPA/CMA or equivalent experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated hands-on experience with general ledger accounting, month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and internal controls.
• Strong spreadsheet skills and ability to investigate incomplete or conflicting transactions.
• Ability to explain financial issues clearly to nonfinancial operational stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close calendar, journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Prepare and review financial statements, balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, and management reporting for accuracy and completeness.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash application, fixed assets, and inventory accounting processes, as assigned.
• Partner with Operations and Supply Chain on inventory valuation, manufacturing costs, standard-cost or job-cost procedures, and variance investigation.
• Maintain documented accounting policies, approval controls, record retention practices, and audit-ready supporting records.
• Coordinate with payroll, benefits, external tax professionals, auditors, and banking partners as appropriate to assigned responsibilities.
• Identify automation and ERP/reporting improvements, reconcile data across systems, and resolve exceptions promptly.
• Coach accounting staff or external service providers if supervisory responsibility is assigned.

Skills

General ledger accounting

Month-end close

GAAP knowledge

Spreadsheet skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

CPA or CMA (preferred)

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Position Summary

• Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close calendar, journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Prepare and review financial statements, balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, and management reporting for accuracy and completeness.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash application, fixed assets, and inventory accounting processes, as assigned.
• Partner with Operations and Supply Chain on inventory valuation, manufacturing costs, standard-cost or job-cost procedures, and variance investigation.
• Maintain documented accounting policies, approval controls, record retention practices, and audit-ready supporting records.
• Coordinate with payroll, benefits, external tax professionals, auditors, and banking partners as appropriate to assigned responsibilities.
• Identify automation and ERP/reporting improvements, reconcile data across systems, and resolve exceptions promptly.
• Coach accounting staff or external service providers if supervisory responsibility is assigned.

Position Summary

Lead the day-to-day accounting function, maintain accurate financial records, strengthen internal controls, and provide timely information that supports sound operating decisions as Nexio grows.

Essential Responsibilities

• Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close calendar, journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Prepare and review financial statements, balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, and management reporting for accuracy and completeness.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash application, fixed assets, and inventory accounting processes, as assigned.
• Partner with Operations and Supply Chain on inventory valuation, manufacturing costs, standard-cost or job-cost procedures, and variance investigation.
• Maintain documented accounting policies, approval controls, record retention practices, and audit-ready supporting records.
• Coordinate with payroll, benefits, external tax professionals, auditors, and banking partners as appropriate to assigned responsibilities.
• Identify automation and ERP/reporting improvements, reconcile data across systems, and resolve exceptions promptly.
• Coach accounting staff or external service providers if supervisory responsibility is assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Demonstrated hands-on experience with general ledger accounting, month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and internal controls.
• Strong spreadsheet skills and ability to investigate incomplete or conflicting transactions.
• Ability to explain financial issues clearly to nonfinancial operational stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.
• Manufacturing or inventory-cost accounting experience.
• ERP implementation or process-design experience.
• CPA or CMA credential.

Illustrative Performance Measures

• Close milestones achieved on time with supported reconciliations.
• Material accounting exceptions identified and resolved.
• Accurate inventory and manufacturing-related accounting.
• Controls documented and reporting usable by leadership.

Work Environment & Essential Functional Context

Office setting with periodic visits to manufacturing or inventory areas. Essential functions may be performed with or without reasonable accommodation. Specific physical, travel, schedule, and licensing requirements must be confirmed before publication.

Nexio Power is transforming the commercial vehicle industry through innovative propane and renewable propane-powered transportation solutions. Our mission is to deliver cleaner, more sustainable powertrain technologies that provide real-world economic and environmental benefits without compromising performance. As a rapidly growing organization, Nexio offers employees the opportunity to make a direct impact while helping shape the future of alternative-fuel transportation.