Accounting Manager
About the Company and the Accounting Manager Position:
This respected manufacturing company in Akron is seeking an Accounting Manager to lead and manage its day-to-day financial operations. The company prides itself on its commitment to quality, innovation, and operational excellence. As the Accounting Manager, you will play a key role in overseeing financial reporting, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and helping the team achieve greater business efficiency and success.
Responsibilities of the Accounting Manager:
- Oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes to ensure accuracy and compliance with GAAP
- Lead the reconciliation of operating and payroll bank accounts to the general ledger
- Prepare and post journal entries, ensuring proper financial documentation
- Manage financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting processes
- Prepare detailed financial schedules and reports for audits and inquiries
- Analyze financial data and provide insights to senior management for decision-making
- Mentor and develop junior accounting staff, providing guidance and support
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline financial processes and systems
- Assist with payroll functions and ensure accuracy in payroll processing
- Manage and track fixed assets and capital expenditures
Preferred Qualifications of the Accounting Manager:
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field
- 5+ years of accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial role, preferably in a manufacturing setting
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards
- Advanced Excel skills, including proficiency in VLOOKUP, pivot tables, and complex formulas
- CPA is a plus
- Public accounting experience is required
- Strong communication and leadership skills
Salary and Benefits:
- In-office in Akron, Ohio
- Pay range: $85,000 to $100,000
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and retirement plans
- Opportunity to be part of a dynamic and growing manufacturing organization