Senior Accounting Manager

Confidential; Indiana (PA); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid paternity leave

Tuition assistance

Job summary

A growing private equity-backed firm in Indiana is seeking a Senior Accounting Manager to lead accounting operations and ensure GAAP compliance. This role demands 8-10+ years of experience in manufacturing or consumer products, offering a hybrid work model. Responsibilities include month-end close leadership, cost accounting, and team mentorship. Ideal candidates will have strong expertise in GAAP and leadership skills. Competitive pay range is $125,000–$135,000 with a potential annual bonus of 13%.

Qualifications

• 8–10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibility.
• Strong mix of hands-on accounting leadership with a manufacturing or CPG background.
• Ability to thrive in a data-driven, high-growth environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly and annual close processes ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Oversee GAAP compliance, accounting policies, and internal controls.
• Drive process improvements and automation within accounting operations.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Cost accounting expertise

Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP

Advanced Excel skills

Leadership experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

CPA

Tools

ERP systems

Sage

Job description

Base pay range

$125,000.00/yr - $135,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

Annual Bonus

About the Company

A fast-growing, private equity–backed consumer products company is seeking a Senior Accounting Manager to join its finance leadership team. This is a high-impact role responsible for GAAP-compliant accounting operations, month‑end close leadership, cost accounting, and process optimization in a scaling environment.

About the Role

This position reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer and works closely with the Controller and executive leadership team. The ideal candidate brings a strong mix of hands‑on accounting leadership, manufacturing or CPG experience, and the ability to thrive in a data‑driven, high‑growth, PE‑backed organization. This role offers a hybrid work model, balancing in‑office collaboration with flexibility for focused remote work. Candidates should be comfortable engaging with the team in person as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Lead accounting operations within a manufacturing or consumer products environment, including revenue recognition, inventory accounting, cost accounting, and margin analysis
• Oversee GAAP compliance, accounting policies, and internal controls
• Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules
• Own cost accounting, including BOM management, SKU profitability, and inventory valuation
• Partner with cross‑functional teams on profitability analysis, financial reporting, and decision support
• Support working capital management, including AR/AP metrics and treasury reporting
• Drive process improvements, automation, and scalability within accounting operations
• Manage and support the annual audit process and auditor requests
• Ensure integrity and accuracy of the general ledger and financial data
• Support tax, treasury, and other finance‑related initiatives as needed
• Lead and mentor accounting team members, fostering a collaborative, high‑performance culture
• Participate in special projects related to system enhancements, process optimization, and growth initiatives
• Ensure audit readiness by establishing and maintaining clear accounting policies, procedures, SOPs, and internal controls, with strong documentation standards
• Support purchase accounting and acquisition‑related testing, including readiness for audits and financial reviews

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (required)
• CPA strongly preferred
• 8–10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibility

Required Skills

• Required experience in manufacturing, consumer packaged goods (CPG), or product‑based environments
• Strong expertise in cost accounting, BOMs, inventory, and margin analysis
• Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP, internal controls, and financial reporting
• Experience leading close processes in a fast‑paced or PE‑backed environment
• ERP experience required (Sage experience a plus)
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with reporting and analytics tools preferred

Pay range and compensation package

Competitive compensation package ($120,000–$135,000) and 13% bonus.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries

Manufacturing, Chemical Manufacturing, and Consumer Services

Inferred from the description for this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid paternity leave

Tuition assistance

Equal Opportunity Statement

This is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Join a private equity–backed company with strong growth momentum. High visibility role with direct exposure to the CFO and executive leadership. Opportunity to build scalable accounting processes and influence business outcomes.