Accounting Manager - Manufacturing

Jobot; Cheshire (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an Accounting Manager for a growing, private equity-backed manufacturing company. You will oversee month-end close, GAAP reporting, cost accounting, inventory valuation, and internal controls while leading a small team and partnering with operations and finance.

The role emphasizes hands-on accounting, process improvement, and scalable infrastructure to support growth and potential acquisitions, with direct exposure to senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience in manufacturing or inventory-intensive environment.
• Experience managing or supervising accounting staff.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, month-end close, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Experience with inventory accounting, cost accounting, COGS, and manufacturing variances.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Experience in a private equity-backed, high-growth, or multi-entity organization desirable.
• CPA or CMA preferred but not required.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to balance hands-on accounting responsibilities with process improvement and team leadership.

Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting & Month-End Close: Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes with GAAP accuracy.
• General Ledger Management: Oversee GL activity, reconciliations, entries, accruals, and balance sheet analysis.
• Cost Accounting & Inventory: Oversee inventory accounting, standard costing, COGS, variances, and valuation.
• Internal Controls & Process Improvement: Develop accounting policies, strengthen controls, streamline processes.
• Financial Analysis: Analyze results, investigate variances, provide insights to management.
• Audit & Compliance: Coordinate external audits, support tax and compliance, ensure standards.
• Team Leadership: Supervise and develop accounting staff, promote accountability and improvement.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with operations, supply chain, production, and finance.
• Private Equity Reporting: Support reporting packages, KPIs, budgeting, forecasting for leadership and PE.
• Systems & Scalability: Optimize systems, reporting tools, and procedures to support growth.

Skills

GAAP

Cost accounting

Financial reporting

ERP systems

Excel

Team leadership

Internal controls

Variance analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Job details: This Jobot Job is hosted by: Dylan Currier. Salary: $90,000 - $105,000 per year.

A bit about us

Our client, a growing private equity-backed manufacturing company, is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee day-to-day accounting operations, ensure accurate financial reporting, and support the company's continued growth. This individual will play a key role in strengthening accounting processes, improving internal controls, and delivering timely, accurate financial information to leadership.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on accounting professional with experience in manufacturing, strong technical accounting skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment.

Why join us

• The opportunity to join a growing, private equity-backed manufacturing organization.
• Direct visibility with senior leadership and exposure to strategic business decisions.
• The ability to improve accounting processes, build scalable infrastructure, and make a measurable impact.
• A collaborative, performance-driven environment with opportunities for professional growth

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting & Month-End Close: Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• General Ledger Management: Oversee general ledger activity, account reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, and balance sheet analysis.
• Cost Accounting & Inventory: Oversee inventory accounting, standard costing, cost of goods sold (COGS), manufacturing variances, and inventory valuation.
• Internal Controls & Process Improvement: Develop and implement accounting policies, strengthen internal controls, and identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes.
• Financial Analysis: Analyze financial results, investigate variances, and provide meaningful insights to management regarding operating performance.
• Audit & Compliance: Coordinate external audits, support tax and compliance requirements, and ensure adherence to applicable accounting standards.
• Team Leadership: Supervise and develop accounting staff while promoting accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with operations, supply chain, production, and finance teams to improve financial visibility and support business decisions.
• Private Equity Reporting: Support financial reporting packages, key performance indicators (KPIs), budgeting, forecasting, and other reporting requirements for executive leadership and private equity stakeholders.
• Systems & Scalability: Help optimize accounting systems, reporting tools, and procedures to support continued business growth, operational efficiency, and potential acquisitions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including experience in a manufacturing or inventory-intensive environment.
• Prior experience managing or supervising accounting staff preferred.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, month-end close, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Experience with inventory accounting, cost accounting, COGS, and manufacturing variances.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Experience in a private equity-backed, high-growth, or multi-entity organization is highly desirable.
• CPA or CMA preferred but not required.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to balance hands-on accounting responsibilities with process improvement and team leadership.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.