Accounting Manager | Manufacturing Cost & Close Leader

Forum Energy Technologies; Bryan (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Forum Energy Technologies, at the Bryan, TX facility, seeks an Accounting Manager to lead monthly closes, oversee accounting operations, and support cost and project accounting efforts. The role emphasizes mentoring staff and partnering with operations on cost drivers.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years of accounting experience, a strong cost accounting background, and proficiency with Excel and ERP/BI tools. Manufacturing/project environments are a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 7+ years of accounting experience including full-cycle close and GL ownership.
• Experience supervising or mentoring accounting staff.
• Working knowledge of cost accounting and project-based financial processes.
• Experience in manufacturing or project-based environments is a plus.
• Strong Excel and systems experience (e.g., Dynamics BC, Power BI, OneStream).

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly close activities including journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis.
• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations and ensure accuracy of financial data.
• Support project accounting processes including job cost tracking, milestone billing, and POC entries.
• Assist in developing and maintaining cost accounting methods and reporting tools.
• Partner with operations to understand cost drivers and support forecasting efforts.
• Supervise and mentor accounting staff, fostering a collaborative and accountable team environment.
• Prepare and review financial reports including earnings, cash flow, and cost performance metrics.
• Provide support for internal and external financial audits by following established procedures and maintaining proper documentation as required by internal controls.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives for accounting processes and systems.

Skills

Team leadership

Cost accounting

Project accounting

Forecasting

Excel

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Professional certification (CPA/CMA) preferred

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central

Power BI

OneStream

Excel

Job description

Forum Energy Technologies, at the Bryan, TX facility, seeks an Accounting Manager to lead monthly closes, oversee accounting operations, and support cost and project accounting efforts. The role emphasizes mentoring staff and partnering with operations on cost drivers.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years of accounting experience, a strong cost accounting background, and proficiency with Excel and ERP/BI tools. Manufacturing/project environments are a plus.