Accounting Manager - GAAP, Budgets & Audit Lead

Yuasa Battery, Inc.; Reading (Berks County); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Yuasa Battery, Inc. is seeking an Accounting Manager on-site in Reading, PA to lead the full cycle of accounting, ensure GAAP compliance, and deliver timely financial statements.

You will mentor staff, coordinate audits, manage budgeting/forecasting, and drive process improvements in a manufacturing environment. The role requires strong Excel, and familiarity with Business Central or Sage software.

Qualifications

• Understanding of US GAAP and applicable laws and regulations.
• Advanced analytical and decision-making skills.
• Understands financial data analysis and reporting.
• Knowledge of working capital, fixed assets, and standard costing functions.
• Ability to work with tight deadlines.
• Strong organization and priority setting skills a must.
• Proven experience in financial project management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and standard costing.
• Responsible for monthly and annual close processes, preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, and balance sheet accounts reconciliation.
• Responsible for Fixed Asset Ledger and capital spending processes, including ROI calculation, spending tracking, and post-capitalization audit and analysis.
• Establish and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Coordinate the annual financial audit and serve as liaison between the Company and the auditing firm.
• Monitor and analyze spending and financial trends, providing recommendations for improvements.
• Maintain confidentiality of financial information and protect the company assets.
• Assist in developing the annual budget, forecasts, and long-term planning. Oversee the annual standard cost development process.
• Develop and inspire accounting team through coaching, meaningful feedback, and personalized growth plans.
• Other ad-hoc duties as assigned.

Skills

US GAAP

Analytical skills

Financial reporting

Working capital

Fixed assets

Standard costing

Deadline-driven

Organization

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Business Central

Sage

Job description

Yuasa Battery, Inc. is seeking an Accounting Manager on-site in Reading, PA to lead the full cycle of accounting, ensure GAAP compliance, and deliver timely financial statements.

You will mentor staff, coordinate audits, manage budgeting/forecasting, and drive process improvements in a manufacturing environment. The role requires strong Excel, and familiarity with Business Central or Sage software.