Senior Accountant: Manufacturing Cost & Insights

Horizon Recruitment Inc; Auburn (ME); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Horizon Recruitment Inc is seeking a Senior Accountant for a food manufacturing organization in Auburn, Maine. This role involves strengthening financial reporting and operational accounting while supporting the company's growth. The successful candidate will ensure accurate financial information, analyze manufacturing performance, and manage inventory accounting.

Key responsibilities include month-end close activities, preparing financial statements, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, strong Excel skills, and a minimum of 4 years of related experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Experience within manufacturing, food production, or similar operational environment preferred.
• Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to identifying improvements.

Responsibilities

• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities.
• Prepare and review journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Analyze manufacturing costs and production variances.

Skills

Strong knowledge of inventory accounting

Financial reporting

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

Analytical abilities

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline

CPA designation or active pursuit of CPA

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Horizon Recruitment Inc is seeking a Senior Accountant for a food manufacturing organization in Auburn, Maine. This role involves strengthening financial reporting and operational accounting while supporting the company's growth. The successful candidate will ensure accurate financial information, analyze manufacturing performance, and manage inventory accounting.

Key responsibilities include month-end close activities, preparing financial statements, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, strong Excel skills, and a minimum of 4 years of related experience.