We are recruiting for a Manufacturing Accounting Manager to support plant accounting, cost accounting, inventory accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and operational finance for a manufacturing facility in the Gallipolis, Ohio area.
This role is ideal for someone with hands-on manufacturing accounting experience who enjoys working closely with operations, analyzing plant performance, and providing accurate financial data to support business decisions.
Responsibilities
Manage plant-level accounting, month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting
Maintain cost accounting standards for material, labor, and overhead
Prepare cost variance analysis, profitability reporting, budget comparisons, and forecast reporting
Support inventory accuracy through cycle count review, inventory reconciliation, and financial analysis
Develop and maintain controls for slow-moving, obsolete, and reserved inventory
Provide financial analysis for capital expenditure reviews and post-investment tracking
Maintain accurate accounting records to support internal and external audits
Support annual budgeting, financial projections, and plant-level forecasting
Partner with manufacturing operations to identify trends, improve reporting, and support site performance
Help maintain the integrity of the financial reporting system
Requirements
Experience in manufacturing accounting, plant finance, cost accounting, or inventory accounting
Strong understanding of variance analysis, budgeting, forecasting, reconciliations, and financial reporting
Experience supporting month-end close, audit preparation, and plant-level financial controls
Ability to work closely with operations, production, inventory, and finance teams
Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and project management skills
Background in accounting, finance, business, or a related field preferred
Manufacturing site optimization or Lean manufacturing exposure is a plus
Apply today to learn more about this Manufacturing Accounting Manager opportunity in Gallipolis, Ohio.
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