Senior Accounting Manager

Our client is a leading distributor of aerospace-grade and specialty metals serving the aerospace, defense, energy, and industrial manufacturing sectors. Headquartered in Plainview, NY, the company has nearly 50 years of experience supplying high-performance metals to customers throughout North America and internationally.

They are seeking a Senior Accounting Manager to provide financial leadership while maintaining hands-on oversight of accounting operations. This individual will partner closely with ownership and senior management, overseeing financial reporting, cash flow management, lender compliance, internal controls, and month-end close activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly and year-end close process, including journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements, management reports, gross profit analysis, and EBITDA reporting.
• Manage cash flow forecasting, working capital reporting, and bank reconciliations.
• Prepare borrowing base certificates, covenant calculations, inventory reporting, and lender compliance packages.
• Serve as the primary contact for banks, auditors, and external CPA firms.
• Strengthen internal controls and support annual audits.
• Oversee sales tax compliance and related financial reporting requirements.
• Review commission calculations and provide profitability and sales performance analysis.
• Partner with leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial initiatives.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience.
• Prior experience as a Senior Accounting Manager, Finance Director, Controller, or similar leadership role.
• Knowledge of financial reporting, general ledger accounting & month-end close.
• Experience within manufacturing, distribution, metals, wholesale, or other inventory-intensive environments.
• Knowledge of lender reporting, cash management, and internal controls.
• Experience with inventory accounting and asset-based lending facilities.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical abilities.
• Familiarity with Sage 100 or comparable ERP systems.
• CPA, MBA, CMA, or similar credential preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: $170,000 – $190,000 plus bonus, comprehensive benefits package, generous PTO, and a hybrid work schedule.