Senior Manufacturing Accountant - ERP & Financial Controls

Slate Auto; Center (AL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Slate is seeking a dynamic, organized Senior Accountant to join our growing team. You will manage corporate accounting activities, prepare journal entries, analyze variances, and support month-end and year-end close.

You will collaborate with stakeholders to generate timely financial reports, support ERP planning and implementation, and strengthen internal controls while helping with budgeting and forecasting.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing accounting operations within a manufacturing environment.
• Skilled in preparing accurate financial statements and comprehensive reports.
• Expertise in implementing and optimizing accounting procedures to enhance efficiency.
• Take ownership of their work with a strong sense of responsibility and accountability.
• Effective and thoughtful communicator with a clear alignment to the company’s mission and values.
• Strong analytical skills and sound judgment in financial decision-making.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Established commitment to ethical standards and professional integrity.
• 5 years plus relevant experience
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting; CPA license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with stakeholders to complete the accounting activities for our company on an ongoing basis.
• Prepare and Maintain Financial Records – Record journal entries, conduct financial analyses, and perform account reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Support Month-End and Year-End Close – Assist in the monthly close process, including financial statement preparation and variance analysis.
• Generate Financial Reports – Prepare and deliver timely and accurate monthly financial reports to support business decision-making.
• Facilitate Audit and Compliance Efforts – Support the annual audit process by ensuring proper documentation, adherence to accounting standards, and compliance with internal controls.
• Contribute to ERP Implementation – Actively participate in ERP system planning, implementation, and optimization to enhance financial operations.
• Develop and Maintain Standard Procedures – Prepare and utilize detailed work instructions for recurring accounting tasks to ensure consistency and efficiency.
• Collaborate on Budgeting & Forecasting – Work closely with the Financial Planning & Analysis team to support budgeting and forecasting initiatives.
• Ensure Strong Internal Controls – Maintain compliance with internal control procedures and segregation of duties to safeguard financial integrity.
• Support Public Company Readiness – Assist in implementing the necessary financial systems and controls required for public company reporting.
• Drive Continuous Improvement – Identify opportunities to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and speed in financial processes.

Skills

Accounting operations

Financial reporting

Internal controls

ERP implementation

Budgeting & forecasting

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

CPA certification preferred

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Slate is seeking a dynamic, organized Senior Accountant to join our growing team. You will manage corporate accounting activities, prepare journal entries, analyze variances, and support month-end and year-end close.

You will collaborate with stakeholders to generate timely financial reports, support ERP planning and implementation, and strengthen internal controls while helping with budgeting and forecasting.