Accounting Manager
GHJPomona, CA
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Job Description
GHJ Search and Staffing serves as the recruitment division of GHJ, a prominent national accounting and advisory firm. Our team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. GHJ’s relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand client’s needs, attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential.
About the Company
Our client is a leading manufacturer dedicated to producing high-quality, durable products for commercial, residential, and industrial applications. With a strong reputation for innovation, sustainability, and exceptional customer service, the company continues to grow its market share nationally.
Position Overview
The Accounting Manager will oversee day-to-day accounting operations, manage the month-end close process, and ensure compliance with GAAP and internal controls. This individual will lead a small accounting team, collaborate cross-functionally with operations, supply chain, and sales, and play a critical role in providing timely and accurate financial reporting to support business decisions.
Key Responsibilities
- Financial Management & Reporting
- Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
- Manage the month-end close process, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis.
- Prepare and review management reports, including profitability analysis, cost accounting summaries, and budget-to-actual reports.
- Cost & Inventory Accounting
- Partner with operations to monitor and analyze production costs, labor efficiency, and material variances.
- Oversee inventory accounting, cycle counts, and reconciliation processes.
- Ensure accurate standard costing for manufactured products and coordinate annual cost roll-ups.
- Compliance & Controls
- Maintain and enforce internal controls to safeguard company assets.
- Support external audits, tax filings, and other regulatory compliance requirements.
- Ensure proper documentation of accounting policies and procedures.
- Team Leadership
- Supervise, coach, and develop accounting staff.
- Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture within the accounting department.
- Business Partnering
- Collaborate with plant managers, procurement, and sales teams to support operational decision-making.
- Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or CMA preferred).
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
- Experience in manufacturing accounting, preferably in building products, construction materials, or related industries.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, cost accounting, and inventory management.
- Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and advanced Excel skills.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive base salary - $90-115k.
- Performance-based bonus.
- Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match).
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
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