Divisional Accounting Leader: Financial Reporting & Compliance

Selby Jennings; Kearney (NE); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

20 days PTO

Annual bonus

Job summary

Selby Jennings is seeking a Division Accounting Manager to lead financial reporting, close processes, and compliance across a multi-site manufacturing division in Nebraska. You will partner with Division Controller and senior leadership to drive accuracy, controls, and continuous improvements.

The role emphasizes month-end close, audits, forecasting, and cross-functional collaboration across domestic and international operations, with relocation support and performance-based incentive potential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required.
• CPA strongly preferred and helpful for leadership in reporting.
• Progressive accounting and financial reporting experience in corporate/manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, internal controls, and audit processes.
• Experience leading month-end close and coordinating external audits.
• Experience with SOX compliance and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities with accuracy and timeliness.
• Review journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and reporting standards.
• Coordinate external audits and internal audits; maintain control documentation.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning; analyze working capital.
• Drive process improvements, automation, and data integrity across ERP systems.
• Develop and mentor accounting staff and communicate results to leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical

Financial reporting

Problem solving

SOX compliance

Audit coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA strongly preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Financial reporting tools

Job description

Selby Jennings is seeking a Division Accounting Manager to lead financial reporting, close processes, and compliance across a multi-site manufacturing division in Nebraska. You will partner with Division Controller and senior leadership to drive accuracy, controls, and continuous improvements.

The role emphasizes month-end close, audits, forecasting, and cross-functional collaboration across domestic and international operations, with relocation support and performance-based incentive potential.