Accounting Manager

CFS; Sugar Land (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS in Sugar Land, TX is seeking an Accounting Manager - Manufacturing (CPA Required) to partner with Operations and Supply Chain, not just perform back-office tasks. You will lead month-end close, cost accounting, and inventory accountability in a high-visibility role that influences production decisions and profitability.

The position offers a clear path to a Controller role within a stable manufacturing environment, with bonus potential and strong benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA is required.
• 5-8+ years of accounting experience, ideally in manufacturing.
• Strong background in cost accounting and inventory.
• ERP experience with SAP, JD Edwards, Oracle or Epicor.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end close and manufacturing financial reporting.
• Own cost accounting, standard costing, and variance analysis.
• Oversee inventory accounting across raw materials, WIP, and finished goods.
• Partner with plant leadership on operational performance and cost drivers.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and operational analysis.
• Develop and mentor junior accounting staff.

Skills

Cost accounting

Variance analysis

Inventory management

Operations partnership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA

Tools

SAP

JD Edwards

Oracle

Epicor

Job description

Accounting Manager - Manufacturing (CPA Required)

Salary: $120,000 - $130,000 + Bonus

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Be a true business partner to Operations and Supply Chain, not just a back-office accountant
• High-visibility role influencing production decisions, cost control, and profitability
• Clear runway to a Controller role as the organization continues to grow
• Stable, well-established manufacturing company with ongoing investment in systems and processes
• Opportunity to modernize and improve cost accounting, inventory, and reporting practices
• Strong cross-functional exposure with plant leadership and corporate executives
• Collaborative, supportive leadership culture with autonomy and trust
• Competitive compensation, bonus potential, strong benefits, and real work/life balance

Key Responsibilities For The Accounting Manager

• Lead month-end close and manufacturing financial reporting
• Own cost accounting, standard costing, and variance analysis
• Oversee inventory accounting across raw materials, WIP, and finished goods
• Partner with plant leadership on operational performance and cost drivers
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and operational analysis
• Develop and mentor junior accounting staff

Qualifications For The Accounting Manager

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA required
• 5-8+ years of accounting experience, ideally in manufacturing
• Strong background in cost accounting and inventory
• ERP experience (SAP, JD Edwards, Oracle, Epicor, or similar)
• Proven ability to support and partner with operations

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