Accounting Manager & Controller Backup — Manufacturing

Sekisui Aerospace; Renton (WA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

401(k) with Employer Match

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

8 Paid Holidays + winter break

Generous PTO

Job summary

SEKISUI Aerospace in Renton, WA is seeking an Assistant Controller/Accounting Manager to lead the accounting function, ensure accurate financial records, and drive the monthly close process in a manufacturing environment.

The role works with the Controller to strengthen controls, implement process improvements, develop accounting talent, and provide operational leadership for the finance team, including backup coverage for the Controller.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.
• CPA or CPA-track strongly preferred.
• 5-8+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Manufacturing accounting experience preferred.
• Prior supervisory or team leadership experience preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably Epicor.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, general ledger accounting, internal controls, and month-end close processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily accounting activities, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, and expense reporting.
• Manage the monthly closing process and ensure timely completion of reconciliations, journal entries, and reporting requirements.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and support financial statement preparation.
• Execute and monitor internal controls and accounting procedures.
• Support audit activities, compliance requirements, and regulatory reporting.
• Assist with accounting policy implementation and process documentation.
• Ensure adherence to established accounting standards and company policies.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
• Support ERP enhancements, workflow improvements, and automation initiatives.
• Drive standardization and continuous improvement across accounting processes.
• Serve as acting Controller when required.
• Support treasury activities, financial reporting, audit coordination, and executive information requests.
• Participate in finance leadership discussions and special projects.
• Provide day-to-day leadership and coaching to accounting staff.
• Develop team capability through training and cross-functional exposure.
• Support performance management and career development activities.

Skills

Strong accounting expertise

Internal controls

Leadership

Financial systems

Executive communication

Tools

Epicor ERP

Job description

SEKISUI Aerospace in Renton, WA is seeking an Assistant Controller/Accounting Manager to lead the accounting function, ensure accurate financial records, and drive the monthly close process in a manufacturing environment.

The role works with the Controller to strengthen controls, implement process improvements, develop accounting talent, and provide operational leadership for the finance team, including backup coverage for the Controller.