Manufacturing Accounting Manager | Finance & Operations

Qualified Staffing; Chatsworth (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualified Staffing is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Accounting Manager to own accounting and financial operations for a growing manufacturing business in the United States. The role requires hands-on oversight of daily accounting, inventory, and reporting, with strong emphasis on cost controls and timely financial statements.

You will partner with leadership to analyze margins, forecast performance, and drive improvements across A/P, A/R, GL, and inventory reconciliation.

Qualifications

• Strong accounting background with experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting, reconciliations, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
• Experience with manufacturing accounting, including inventory and COGS.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks.
• Experience managing a broad range of accounting and financial responsibilities.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize responsibilities, and take ownership of the accounting function.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with company leadership and operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily accounting and financial operations within a manufacturing environment.
• Maintain accurate and complete financial records using QuickBooks.
• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Manage general ledger activity, account reconciliations, and month end close.
• Manage and reconcile inventory related accounting activity.
• Monitor COGS and manufacturing related costs.
• Support inventory valuation and ensure accurate inventory reporting.
• Review manufacturing costs, margins, and related financial activity.
• Prepare and review financial statements and management reports.
• Monitor cash flow and provide visibility into the company financial position.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
• Ensure financial records are accurate, organized, and current.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, and reporting.
• Work closely with company leadership and operations to provide meaningful financial information that supports business decisions.
• Take ownership of accounting and financial processes as the company continues to grow.

Skills

Accounting

Manufacturing accounting

General ledger

Inventory management

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

COGS

QuickBooks

Financial reporting

Tools

QuickBooks

Job description

Manufacturing Accounting Manager | Finance & Operations

Direct Hire | $85,000 to $125,000 Based On Experience

A strong and rapidly growing manufacturing company is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to take ownership of the company accounting and financial operations. This is a key position for an accounting professional with a strong manufacturing background who can manage the daily accounting function while providing financial reporting, analysis, and financial oversight to company leadership.This role is ideal for someone with a strong accounting foundation and manufacturing experience who enjoys being hands on, working independently, and taking ownership of the financial function within a growing organization.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily accounting and financial operations within a manufacturing environment
• Maintain accurate and complete financial records using QuickBooks
• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Manage general ledger activity, account reconciliations, and month end close
• Manage and reconcile inventory related accounting activity
• Monitor COGS and manufacturing related costs
• Support inventory valuation and ensure accurate inventory reporting
• Review manufacturing costs, margins, and related financial activity
• Prepare and review financial statements and management reports
• Monitor cash flow and provide visibility into the company financial position
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning
• Ensure financial records are accurate, organized, and current
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, and reporting
• Work closely with company leadership and operations to provide meaningful financial information that supports business decisions
• Take ownership of accounting and financial processes as the company continues to grow

Required Qualifications

• Strong accounting background with experience in a manufacturing environment ( Required)
• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting, reconciliations, accounts payable, and accounts receivable
• Experience with manufacturing accounting, including inventory and COGS
• Experience with inventory reconciliations and financial reporting related to manufacturing operations
• Understanding of manufacturing costs, including materials, labor, and overhead
• Experience preparing and reviewing financial statements and management reports
• Proficiency with QuickBooks
• Experience managing a broad range of accounting and financial responsibilities
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently, prioritize responsibilities, and take ownership of the accounting function
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with company leadership and operations
• Experience working within a growing manufacturing company environment