Accounting Manager - 1st Shift
Dayton, OH, United States18h ago
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- Location
- Dayton, OH, United States
- Work style
- Onsite
- Level
- Senior
- Function
- Finance & Accounting
- Focus area
- other
- Posted
- 18h ago
Skills
accounting principlesaccrualsdata qualityerpexcelfinancial analysisfinancial reportingfinancial statementsinternal controlsmicrosoft officemonth-end closeoutlookpayrollreconciliationreport writingsharepoint
About the role
Summary
The Accounting Manager is a member of the Corporate Finance team and leads the day-to-day accounting operations of a multi-site manufacturing organization. This hands-on role combines responsibility for month-end close, account reconciliations, financial reporting, and internal controls with supervision and development of accounting staff. The Accounting Manager works closely with other departments to resolve accounting issues, improve processes and data accuracy, and support budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis. This position reports directly to the Corporate Controller and helps build a reliable, efficient accounting function that supports the organization’s operating and financial goals.
Job Functions
Own the assigned month-end and year-end close calendar and completion; prepare and review journals, accruals and reconciliations, resolving aged or unsupported items.
Apply established accounting policies and applicable accounting standards; investigate accounting/ERP issues and escalate significant judgments to the Controller.
Supervise AP, AR and assigned accounting staff; establish priorities, coach employees and maintain coverage.
Oversee fixed assets, project and intercompany activities; coordinate audit requests and follow corrective actions on findings.
Prepare and review financial statements for accuracy, completeness and unusual fluctuations; support cash-flow and operational reporting, budgets, forecasts and variance follow-up.
Maintain effective vendor, customer, payment and accounting controls.
Provide payroll backup coverage and perform independent payroll review and authorization.
Improve accounting workflows, documentation and data quality in partnership with the Controller, IT and operations.
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned by the Corporate Controller.
Specifications Required·
General accounting and close experience, including independent reconciliation, technical research and review. Manufacturing and multi-entity experience preferred.
Experience supervising and coaching staff.
Strong technical skills - Excel, ERP systems, report writing.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Teams, SharePoint, & Outlook.
Demonstrated problem solving skills with ability to implement process improvements.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and a willingness to learn.
Experience with Infor SyteLine, Dayforce or comparable systems (preferred, not required).
Education
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field.
MBA is preferred but not required.
The Accounting Manager is a member of the Corporate Finance team and leads the day-to-day accounting operations of a multi-site manufacturing organization. This hands-on role combines responsibility for month-end close, account reconciliations, financial reporting, and internal controls with supervision and development of accounting staff. The Accounting Manager works closely with other departments to resolve accounting issues, improve processes and data accuracy, and support budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis. This position reports directly to the Corporate Controller and helps build a reliable, efficient accounting function that supports the organization’s operating and financial goals.
Job Functions
Own the assigned month-end and year-end close calendar and completion; prepare and review journals, accruals and reconciliations, resolving aged or unsupported items.
Apply established accounting policies and applicable accounting standards; investigate accounting/ERP issues and escalate significant judgments to the Controller.
Supervise AP, AR and assigned accounting staff; establish priorities, coach employees and maintain coverage.
Oversee fixed assets, project and intercompany activities; coordinate audit requests and follow corrective actions on findings.
Prepare and review financial statements for accuracy, completeness and unusual fluctuations; support cash-flow and operational reporting, budgets, forecasts and variance follow-up.
Maintain effective vendor, customer, payment and accounting controls.
Provide payroll backup coverage and perform independent payroll review and authorization.
Improve accounting workflows, documentation and data quality in partnership with the Controller, IT and operations.
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned by the Corporate Controller.
Specifications Required·
General accounting and close experience, including independent reconciliation, technical research and review. Manufacturing and multi-entity experience preferred.
Experience supervising and coaching staff.
Strong technical skills - Excel, ERP systems, report writing.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Teams, SharePoint, & Outlook.
Demonstrated problem solving skills with ability to implement process improvements.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and a willingness to learn.
Experience with Infor SyteLine, Dayforce or comparable systems (preferred, not required).
Education
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field.
MBA is preferred but not required.