Manufacturing Accounting Manager

OPTO International; Illinois; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) with company match

PTO

Job summary

OPTO International is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee daily accounting operations for our manufacturing business in Illinois. You will lead general ledger, month-end close, AP/AR, and cost accounting while collaborating with operations and leadership to drive accuracy and efficiency.

The role supervises two staff members and focuses on process improvements, internal controls, and timely financial reporting to support strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• 5–8 years of experience in manufacturing environment.
• Prior leadership/supervisory experience.
• Strong understanding of general ledger, AP/AR, reconciliations, month-end close, inventory/cost accounting, and sales tax.
• Proficiency in Excel and financial modeling.
• Familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite.
• Solid understanding of GAAP and financial reporting principles.
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Strong communication and presentation abilities.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented with proactive problem solving.
• Experience partnering with operations, supply chain, inventory, and production teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage month-end and year-end close process.
• Oversee GL accuracy and reconciliations.
• Supervise AR/AP functions.
• Support inventory and cost accounting activities.
• Partner with operations regarding manufacturing variances and inventory controls.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP.
• Assist with audits and financial reporting.
• Improve accounting processes and internal controls.
• Support ERP system utilization and reporting accuracy.
• Mentor and develop accounting staff.
• Support strategic finance and operational initiatives as needed.

Skills

General ledger

AP/AR

Month-end close

Reconciliations

Inventory/cost accounting

GAAP

Financial analysis

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting

Tools

SAP

Oracle

NetSuite

Job description

OPTO International is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee daily accounting operations for our manufacturing business in Illinois. You will lead general ledger, month-end close, AP/AR, and cost accounting while collaborating with operations and leadership to drive accuracy and efficiency.

The role supervises two staff members and focuses on process improvements, internal controls, and timely financial reporting to support strategic initiatives.