Manufacturing Accounting Manager / Bookkeeper

NorthPoint Search Group; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

NorthPoint Search Group in Gainesville, GA seeks a hands-on Manufacturing Accounting Manager to lead day-to-day accounting operations, perform cost accounting, and support managerial decision-making in a growing custom manufacturing environment.

The role emphasizes cost and managerial accounting, inventory costing, and close collaboration with operations in an on-site setting with leadership growth potential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required.
• 10+ years of accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing.
• Strong background in cost accounting and managerial accounting.
• Hands-on bookkeeping and accounting skills.
• Experience with ERP systems; Epicor experience is a plus.
• Understanding of manufacturing workflows and inventory accounting.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Collaborative, self-motivated, organized.
• Experience in custom manufacturing or fabrication environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily accounting operations and maintain accurate financial records.
• Perform manufacturing cost accounting and analyze product costs.
• Support managerial accounting and financial decision-making.
• Oversee bookkeeping functions, reconciliations, and month-end close.
• Maintain inventory accounting and cost allocations.
• Work closely with operations to understand production workflows and financial impacts.
• Utilize Epicor ERP for accounting and financial reporting.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and operational analysis.
• Develop into a future accounting leader through succession planning.
• Ensure financial accuracy while maintaining internal controls.

Skills

Cost accounting

Managerial accounting

Bookkeeping

Manufacturing workflows

ERP systems experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Epicor ERP

Job description

Manufacturing Accounting Manager (Future Leadership Opportunity)

Who

An established and growing custom manufacturing company is seeking a hands-on accounting professional with a strong manufacturing cost accounting background.

What

Lead day-to-day accounting operations while supporting manufacturing financial processes and preparing for future leadership responsibilities.

When

This position is available immediately as part of a long-term succession planning strategy.

Where

Gainesville, Georgia.

Why

The company is expanding its accounting bench strength to ensure long-term continuity and support continued business growth.

Office Environment

This is an on-site position within a collaborative manufacturing environment where accounting works closely with operations.

Salary

$80,000 - $110,000 plus comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, 401(k), and paid time off. Position Overview We are looking for a hands-on Accounting Manager with extensive manufacturing accounting experience who enjoys rolling up their sleeves and understanding every aspect of the accounting workflow. This is not a corporate accounting position focused on complex journal entries or financial reporting. Instead, we're looking for someone who understands cost accounting, managerial accounting, bookkeeping, and the day-to-day financial operations that keep a manufacturing business running efficiently. This opportunity is ideal for someone who thrives in a manufacturing environment, enjoys solving accounting puzzles, and wants to grow into a key leadership position over time. Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily accounting operations and maintain accurate financial records.
• Perform manufacturing cost accounting and analyze product costs.
• Support managerial accounting and financial decision-making.
• Oversee bookkeeping functions, account reconciliations, and month-end close.
• Maintain inventory accounting and manufacturing cost allocations.
• Work closely with operations to understand production workflows and financial impacts.
• Utilize Epicor ERP for accounting and financial reporting.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and operational analysis.
• Develop into a future accounting leader through succession planning.
• Ensure financial accuracy while maintaining strong internal controls. Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
• 10+ years of accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing.
• Strong background in cost accounting and managerial accounting.
• Excellent bookkeeping skills with the ability to perform hands-on accounting work.
• Experience in custom manufacturing or fabrication environments strongly preferred.
• Experience using ERP systems; Epicor experience is a plus.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing workflows and inventory accounting.
• High attention to detail with exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated, organized, and comfortable working in a collaborative environment.
• Someone who takes pride in balancing the books and enjoys ensuring every detail is accurate.