Senior Accountant

Jobot; Montgomery (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Senior Accountant for a manufacturing environment in Montgomery, OH. You will oversee accounts payable/receivable, general ledger, payroll, and inventory-related controls, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance.

This hands-on leadership role requires mentoring accounting staff, improving processes, and partnering with operations to support cash flow and strategic decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum five years of general accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing.
• Experience overseeing AP, AR, payroll, fixed assets, and GL.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, reporting and controls.
• Manufacturing accounting and inventory experience preferred.
• Experience leading staff is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, and payroll.
• Maintain general ledger and ensure proper system integration.
• Develop and enforce accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Manage inventory-related accounting controls and operations.
• Oversee day-to-day cash flow and working capital needs.
• Lead collections and financial reporting processes.
• Coordinate year-end audits and 401(k) audits with documentation.
• Provide guidance to other departments and train accounting staff.

Skills

Excel

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP/financial systems

Job description

Senior Accountant - Manufacturing

Salary: $85,000 - $110,000 per year

A bit about us

We are seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to oversee the company's general accounting operations within a manufacturing environment. This position will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, managing core accounting functions, supporting financial reporting, overseeing cash flow, maintaining appropriate accounting controls, and ensuring compliance with applicable tax and reporting requirements. The ideal candidate is a hands‑on accounting professional who understands manufacturing operations, can manage multiple accounting functions, and has the leadership skills necessary to train, coach, and support an accounting team.

Why join us

• Own the accounting function — broad responsibility across accounting operations rather than a narrowly defined specialty.
• Manufacturing exposure — work directly with inventory, purchasing, operations, cash flow, and financial controls.
• Leadership opportunity — train, coach, and oversee accounting staff.
• High business visibility — provide financial information that directly supports operational decision-making.
• Hands‑on role — ideal for someone who likes to be involved in the details while also improving processes.
• Opportunity to make an impact — strengthen accounting procedures, controls, reporting, collections, and cash management.
• Cross‑functional exposure — interact with operations, customers, auditors, leadership, and other departments.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the company's accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, and payroll activities.
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure financial system integration transactions are processed accurately and timely.
• Develop, implement, and administer appropriate accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Maintain accounting controls related to inventory, purchasing, and other operational activities.
• Manage the company's day‑to‑day cash flow and monitor working capital needs.
• Oversee outstanding customer accounts and drive timely collections.
• Prepare and compile data for regularly scheduled and special accounting reports, analyses, and financial statements.
• Coordinate year‑end financial audits and 401(k) audits, including preparation of supporting documentation.
• Coordinate periodic customer and financial audits.
• Ensure compliance with applicable tax, financial, and government reporting requirements.
• Maintain accurate financial and operating information to support business decision‑making.
• Provide accounting guidance and support to other areas of the organization as needed.
• Train, coach, and develop accounting staff while managing work assignments and priorities.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, reporting, and efficiency.
• Participate in special projects and perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of five years of general accounting experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience overseeing multiple accounting functions such as AP, AR, payroll, fixed assets, and general ledger.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Manufacturing accounting and inventory experience strongly preferred.
• Prior staff leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong Excel/spreadsheet skills.
• Experience working with ERP or integrated financial systems.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.