Senior Accountant - Manufacturing Cost & Financial Analysis

Fireye; Derry (NH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Fireye is seeking a Senior Accountant to join the Finance team in Derry, NH. Reporting to the Controller, this role will support general ledger accounting, month-end close, financial reporting, inventory management, and manufacturing cost accounting, collaborating with Finance, Operations, and other departments to ensure accurate reporting and internal controls.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of five years of progressive accounting experience in a manufacturing environment, with strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressive accounting experience, including experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated experience with general ledger accounting, month-end close, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing cost accounting, inventory valuation, and variance analysis.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and internal accounting controls.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience working with ERP systems.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and consistently meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across Finance, Operations, and other departments.

Responsibilities

• Perform general ledger accounting activities, including preparing and posting journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end adjustments.
• Prepare and analyze balance sheet reconciliations, including intercompany transactions and accounts.
• Prepare the daily sales monitoring report and other management reporting as needed.
• Investigate account discrepancies, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
• Support internal and external audit activities, including preparation of schedules and supporting documentation.
• Maintain compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), company policies, and internal control requirements.
• Analyze manufacturing costs, including direct materials, labor, and overhead, to ensure accurate product costing and financial reporting.
• Maintain and review standard costs, bills of materials, and manufacturing cost records.
• Perform manufacturing variance analysis, including material usage, labor efficiency, overhead, and purchase price variances.
• Review shop orders, investigate cost discrepancies, and partner with Operations to resolve variances.
• Oversee inventory accounting activities, including inventory reconciliations, cycle counts, and physical inventory processes.
• Evaluate inventory adjustments, obsolete and slow-moving inventory, and inventory valuation accuracy.
• Partner with operations teams to identify opportunities for cost reduction, process improvement, and operational efficiency.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting accuracy, and internal controls.
• Support ERP system improvements (IFS) and ensure the integrity of financial and manufacturing data.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve accounting and operational issues.
• Provide support to Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable as business needs require.
• Perform other accounting and finance responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

General ledger accounting

Month-end close

Financial reporting

Variance analysis

Excel proficiency

ERP systems

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Independent work

Deadline-driven

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

IFS ERP

Job description

Fireye is seeking a Senior Accountant to join the Finance team in Derry, NH. Reporting to the Controller, this role will support general ledger accounting, month-end close, financial reporting, inventory management, and manufacturing cost accounting, collaborating with Finance, Operations, and other departments to ensure accurate reporting and internal controls.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of five years of progressive accounting experience in a manufacturing environment, with strong