Manager, Accounting

Menasha Corporation; Neenah, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Menasha Corporation is seeking a Corporate Accounting Manager to lead the accounting function, oversee ledger accounts, and ensure GAAP-compliant financial reporting. You will guide the team through month-end closes, budgeting, and forecasting while driving process improvements and internal controls.

The role is based in Neenah, Wisconsin, and reports to the Corporate Accounting Management Team. A CPA and strong experience with SAP/Hyperion are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required; CPA preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting practices.
• Experience with month-end close, reporting, and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Directs staffing, training, and performance management of the accounting team.
• Manages accounts payable, invoicing, payroll, and month-end close processes.
• Implements internal controls and drives process improvements across accounting.

Skills

GAAP Knowledge

Financial Analysis

Auditing

Leadership

Process Improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA preferred

Tools

SAP

Hyperion

FCCS

Microsoft Excel

Job description

**ABOUT US (AND OUR EXCITING FUTURE)**Menasha Corporation is all about possibilities. Our two businesses, Menasha Packaging and ORBIS Corporation, are leaders in their industries, providing corrugated and plastic packaging products and related services to major global companies.Our employees make the difference, proving that great ideas, collaboration and quality turn possibilities into success. Working at Menasha Corporation means that your insights provide cutting-edge solutions for our customers. If you like to make things happen and are passionate about what you do, you’re going to want to be here.Join us and become part of the power behind possible.**About The Opportunity**Responsible for managing the general accounting function. Oversees the completion of ledger accounts and financial statements. Evaluates and makes appropriate improvements to internal accounting processes ensuring that practices are in line with the overall goals of our organization.**Key Duties and Responsibilities** · Directs staffing, training, and performance management to develop and improve the accounting function· Manages the accounting functions including accounts payable, invoicing, and payroll· Implements and manages the proper internal controls to contain costs and increase efficiencies· Directs and performs month-end closing transactions including preparation of key reports· Prepares, reviews, and analyzes reports and data, making recommendations for improvement· Maintains and reviews records and data to ensure compliance with all corporate policies and all GAAP, local, state and federal law· Assists in the preparation and development of annual budget and forecasts· Drives continuous improvement initiatives for accounting process and information flow· Oversees accounting information management system **Essential to this Position**This is an exciting opportunity to join our Corporate Accounting Management Team. You will be responsible for training and developing the Accounting Team, reviewing financial statements, journal entries, account analysis and reconciliations to ensure compliance with company policy and generally accepted accounting principles and driving process improvements within the accounting function. Position Essentials:· Mentor the team and actively participate in process improvement initiatives utilizing problem solving tools and working collaboratively with cross functional teams· Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year-end close processes ensuring all financial reporting deadlines are met· Prepare financial management reports and analysis ensuring integrity of data· Evaluate systems and procedures for process improvements (controls, efficiency and effectiveness)· Assist with the preparation of internal and external audit deliverables· Perform special projects as needed in support of business change· Other duties as assigned **Knowledge, Skills, Or Abilities Desired**· Knowledge of finance, financial methods, tools and strategies· Ability to read, interpret and draw accurate conclusions from financial and numerical material· Knowledge of and ability to use processes, tools and techniques for exploring and evaluating alternative financial scenarios and results· Knowledge of the functions, tools and processes needed to manage financial assets and liabilities throughout the organization· Knowledge of the methods, processes, and tools for maintaining the books of the organization and preparing financial statements and reports· Knowledge of financial and accounting applications specific to the organization**Additional Job Requirements**· Bachelor's degree in Accounting, CPA preferred· Previous experience in public accounting and knowledge of auditing practices a plus· Strong accounting background, with knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and processes· Knowledge of financial reporting· Proficiency in relevant accounting software preferred (SAP, Hyperion (HFM)/FCCS, Microsoft Office Suite)· Strong attention to detail and accuracy, while maintaining a broader perspective· Prioritization and organization skills· Effective communication skills· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills· Demonstrates initiative and continuously looks for process improvements· Desire and ability to learn and develop into a senior financial leader· Comfortable interfacing with Senior Finance Leaders and other functional leaders· Passion for understanding the business and how to improve it· Keen awareness of the interdependency of processes and systems· Adaptable and open to change in response to business changes and process and system enhancements· Commitment to customer satisfaction· Teamwork· Confidentiality**Two companies, one vision.**Menasha Corporation consists of two companies that are leading the way to a sustainable future with packaging and supply chain solutions. Founded in 1849 and headquartered in Neenah, Wisconsin, we employ over 7,500 employees in 112 facilities in North America and Europe.Our companies are leading corrugated and plastic packaging manufacturers and supply chain solution providers. Our Menasha Packaging Company is the largest independent provider of packaging and supply chain service solutions in North America, designing, printing, and fulfilling graphic packaging, display and merchandising solutions for over 1,800 brands, both in-store and online.Our ORBIS business believes there is a better way to optimize today’s supply chains, with reusable packaging products and services. Reusable containers, pallets, dunnage, bulk systems and metal racks improve the flow product all along the supply chain to reduce costs, enhance profitability and add sustainability. Our products and services are used by global, name-brand companies in the food, beverage, health and beauty, over-the-counter pharmaceutical, industrial, automotive, and electronics industries.Come build an exciting, rewarding career with us, where you’ll have opportunities to grow.**The possibilities are endless. The power is yours!****Menasha Corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will be provided with equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or genetic information.**