Accounting Manager

CPS, Inc.; Town of Brookfield (WI); In loco; USD 90.000 - 120.000; Tempo pieno

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CPS, Inc. is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to lead daily accounting operations in a manufacturing setting. The role emphasizes GAAP compliance, internal controls, and accurate financial reporting across general ledger, inventory, and cost accounting functions.

You will manage month-end and year-end closes, supervise staff, and partner with operations to optimize production costs and variances. Strong leadership and process-improvement focus are essential.

Competenze

• 5+ years of accounting experience in manufacturing or similar environment.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal control requirements.
• Experience with month-end close processes and financial statement preparation.
• Experience with inventory and cost accounting in a manufacturing setting.

Mansioni

• Oversee daily accounting operations including general ledger, AP, AR, payroll accounting, and fixed assets.
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes and ensure timely reporting.
• Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, financial statements, and schedules.
• Maintain GAAP compliance and strong internal controls across accounting procedures.
• Oversee inventory accounting for raw materials, WIP, finished goods, and obsolescence.
• Lead cost accounting activities including standard costing and variances.
• Analyze material usage, labor efficiency, and production variances to identify improvements.
• Collaborate with operations to review manufacturing costs and production performance.
• Coordinate internal and external audits and address findings.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow analysis with finance leadership.
• Drive process improvements to enhance accounting accuracy and reporting.

Conoscenze

GAAP

Internal Controls

Financial Reporting

Month-End Close

Inventory Management

Cost Accounting

Leadership

ERP Systems

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Job Description - Manufacturing

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accounting Manager to oversee daily accounting operations and ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting within a manufacturing environment. This individual will lead the month-end and year-end close processes, oversee general ledger accounting, manage inventory and cost accounting activities, and ensure compliance with GAAP and internal controls. The Accounting Manager will work closely with finance leadership and cross-functional teams to improve accounting processes, support operational performance, and provide timely financial information to support business decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll accounting, and fixed assets.
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, financial statements, and supporting schedules.
• Maintain compliance with GAAP, company policies, and applicable financial reporting requirements.
• Oversee inventory accounting, including raw materials, work-in-process (WIP), finished goods, inventory reserves, and obsolescence analysis.
• Manage cost accounting activities, including standard costing, labor and overhead allocations, and manufacturing variance analysis.
• Analyze material usage, labor efficiency, purchase price, and production variances to identify discrepancies and opportunities for improvement.
• Partner with operations and plant management to review manufacturing costs, inventory movements, and production performance.
• Coordinate internal and external audits, providing required documentation and resolving audit findings.
• Establish, maintain, and improve internal controls, accounting policies, and financial procedures.
• Oversee fixed asset accounting, capital expenditure tracking, depreciation, and construction-in-progress balances.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, cash flow analysis, and other financial planning activities in collaboration with finance leadership.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance accounting efficiency, accuracy, and reporting capabilities.
• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting staff while promoting accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Support ERP system enhancements, accounting system implementations, and other finance-related projects.