Accounting Manager

Beacon Hill; Brunswick Hills Township (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Federal and state leave programs

Job summary

A manufacturing firm near Cleveland is seeking a finance and accounting professional to join their team. The ideal candidate will oversee plant-level accounting activities, manage financial reporting, and assist with budgeting and cost control. Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, relevant certifications preferred, and 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment. Strong proficiency in Excel and familiarity with ERP systems are necessary. The role may involve occasional travel to other sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's or CPA preferred.
• 3-5+ years in cost accounting within manufacturing.
• Strong analytical skills needed for complex data.

Responsibilities

• Manage monthly financial close process accurately.
• Develop and analyze financial statements.
• Lead annual budgeting process and forecasts.

Skills

Cost accounting

Financial analysis

Excel proficiency

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA, CMA, MBA preferred

Tools

ERP systems (SAP)

Power BI

Job description

We are seeking a results-driven finance and accounting professional to support operations at our Cleveland-area manufacturing facility. This role serves as a key business partner to plant leadership, providing financial insight, performance reporting, and cost analysis to drive efficiency, profitability, and strong internal controls. You will play a hands-on role in monthly close activities, budgeting, cost accounting, inventory oversight, and capital project support, while ensuring compliance with corporate financial standards. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys being close to operations and influencing decisions with data.

Key Responsibilities

• Own plant-level accounting activities, including preparation and posting of journal entries
• Manage and coordinate the monthly financial close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Develop and analyze plant financial statements, providing clear explanations of results and variances
• Prepare post-close performance reports with meaningful insights and recommendations
• Lead the annual budgeting process and ongoing forecast updates for the plant
• Oversee standard cost updates and annual cost roll for manufactured products
• Maintain and analyze product, project, and operational costs
• Monitor spending and ensure appropriate cost controls are in place
• Partner with plant leadership to improve operational efficiency and financial performance
• Evaluate the financial impact of current operations and proposed initiatives
• Proactively identify financial risks or performance gaps and recommend corrective actions
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, procedures, and control requirements
• Oversee inventory cycle counts and support annual physical inventory processes
• Assist with capital expenditure requests and track project completion and spend
• Manage fixed asset activity, including capitalization, transfers, and retirements
• Track cost savings initiatives and prepare required reporting
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the plant
• Reconcile plant-related balance sheet accounts
• Support internal, external, and statutory audits as needed
• Provide ad hoc analysis and support to finance and operations leadership
• Occasional travel to other manufacturing sites may be required

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• CPA, CMA, MBA, or equivalent professional credentials preferred
• 3-5+ years of progressive experience in cost accounting or plant finance within a manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of management accounting, inventory accounting, and cost structures
• Experience working under IFRS or similar reporting standards
• Advanced analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and explain results clearly
• High level of proficiency in Excel and financial reporting tools; PowerPoint experience for presentations
• Strong systems aptitude; experience with ERP systems such as SAP preferred
• Experience with Power BI or other data visualization tools is a plus
• Proven ability to manage projects, prioritize work, and operate independently
• Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset
• Demonstrated ability to partner with operations and leadership teams

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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Benefits Information: Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.