Accounting Manager

Ledgent; Plymouth (MN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledgent in Plymouth, MN seeks an hands-on Accounting Manager to lead day-to-day accounting operations and partner with leadership to boost growth and financial performance.

The role blends strategic financial analysis with hands-on involvement, overseeing month-end close, cost accounting, reporting tools, and internal controls. You will mentor the accounting team, coordinate audits, and work cross-functionally to improve profitability and processes.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of accounting/finance experience.
• BA in Accounting or related field.
• Manufacturing accounting experience required.
• Experience with financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls.
• Tech savvy - ERP systems and advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end and year-end close processes and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting.
• Oversee general accounting, cost/project accounting, and financial analysis activities.
• Develop and enhance reporting tools, KPIs, ERP systems, and management dashboards.
• Analyze operational and financial performance, including margins, inventory, and profitability trends.
• Strengthen internal controls, accounting processes, and financial procedures.
• Partner across departments to drive process improvements and profitability.
• Coordinate external audits, tax compliance, and regulatory reporting.
• Mentor and develop accounting team members.

Skills

Advanced Excel

ERP systems

Manufacturing accounting

Financial reporting

Internal controls

Budgeting & forecasting

Education

BA in Accounting

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Our client, a growing logistics and manufacturing company, is seeking a hands-on Accounting Manager to lead day-to-day accounting operations while partnering closely with leadership to support business growth and financial performance.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys balancing strategic financial analysis with operational involvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead month-end and year-end close processes and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting
• Oversee general accounting, cost/project accounting, and financial analysis activities
• Develop and enhance reporting tools, KPIs, ERP systems, and management dashboards
• Analyze operational and financial performance, including margins, inventory, and profitability trends
• Strengthen internal controls, accounting processes, and financial procedures
• Partner across departments to drive process improvements and profitability
• Coordinate external audits, tax compliance, and regulatory reporting
• Mentor and develop accounting team members

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience
• BA in Accounting or related field
• Strong manufacturing accounting experience required
• Experience with financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls
• Tech savvy - great in ERP systems and advanced Excel skills

What you bring to the table

• Someone who loves being in the weeds while
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Someone who is curious - digs in to the "why" and thinks about how processes can improve
• Excellent communication and leadership skills

Location: Plymouth, MN

Schedule: 100% Onsite

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.