Accounting Manager

Job Title: Accounting Manager
Location: On Site - San Bernardino, California
Salary: $120,000-$145,000
Skills: Accounting Manager, Manufacturing Accounting, Inventory Costing, Accounts Payable and Receivable, GAAP Compliance, Audit, Month-end, Reconciliations

About the Manufacturing Company / The Opportunity:

Join a dynamic and innovative family-size company in the manufacturing industry dedicated to excellence in production and operational efficiency. As an Accounting Manager, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing financial processes and ensuring accurate cost and inventory accounting in a thriving on-site environment. This position offers the opportunity to lead accounting operations, enhance process efficiencies, and support business decisions in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. Bonus: Working history in a semi-automated accounting environment.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily accounting operations, including accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), and general ledger activities.
• Manage inventory and cost accounting, ensuring accurate tracking of SKUs and manufacturing costs.
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with GAAP standards.
• Develop, implement, and maintain internal accounting policies and controls specific to a manufacturing environment.
• Analyze cost structures and provide insights on cost reduction and process improvement opportunities.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning with reliable data and analysis.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team to achieve departmental goals and professional growth.
• Coordinate with external auditors and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Must-Have Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA strongly preferred).
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including accounting management roles in a manufacturing setting.
• Strong expertise in inventory and cost accounting, including SKU tracking and costing methodologies.
• Thorough knowledge of GAAP and regulatory compliance.
• Proficient in managing AP, AR, and general ledger activities.
• Experienced with a semi-automated accounting environment.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• Previous experience with ERP systems or accounting software commonly used in manufacturing.
• Advanced Excel and data analysis skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Experience in implementing or optimizing internal financial controls.
• Demonstrated ability to drive process improvements and cost savings initiatives.