Senior Accounting Manager - Manufacturing & ERP (Hybrid/Remote)

Lighteum LLC; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

401(k) match

Paid time off

Life insurance

Job summary

Lighteum LLC is seeking an Accounting Manager to lead day-to-day accounting and provide timely financial reporting for a multi-site manufacturing business. You will manage the monthly close, reconciliations, and intercompany activities, leveraging IFS ERP to improve accuracy and efficiency.

The role requires hands-on accounting, strong knowledge of US GAAP, and experience with manufacturing, inventory, and lease accounting. Hybrid or remote work options are available from San Diego.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a relevant field.
• CPA or CMA certifications are preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• 2+ years leading and developing accounting teams.
• Experience in manufacturing environment with inventory accounting and variance analysis.
• Experience with lease accounting under ASC 842 and/or IFRS 16.
• Experience using ERP systems and understanding how transactions affect the GL.

Responsibilities

• Manage monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities for US sites.
• Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and supporting schedules.
• Maintain general ledger and ensure compliance with accounting policies.
• Prepare financial statements and reporting packages with explanations of fluctuations.
• Reconcile intercompany accounts and coordinate with international teams.
• Oversee AP/AR and payroll-related accounting as assigned.
• Maintain inventory and fixed asset accounting and related processes.
• Support lease accounting and ASC 842/IFRS 16 compliance.
• Lead process improvements and automate recurring activities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Excel

GAAP knowledge

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

IFS ERP

Job description

Lighteum LLC is seeking an Accounting Manager to lead day-to-day accounting and provide timely financial reporting for a multi-site manufacturing business. You will manage the monthly close, reconciliations, and intercompany activities, leveraging IFS ERP to improve accuracy and efficiency.

The role requires hands-on accounting, strong knowledge of US GAAP, and experience with manufacturing, inventory, and lease accounting. Hybrid or remote work options are available from San Diego.