Accounting Manager - Manufacturing

Madden Industrial Craftsmen is seeking an Accounting Manager for a long-term role with a manufacturing company located in Tigard, OR. The Accounting Manager is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing the full scope of day-to-day accounting operations, financial reporting, cash management, and internal controls. This position partners closely with the Company President, senior leadership, and Human Resources to ensure financial accuracy, support operational decision-making, and improve accounting processes. The ideal candidate is a hands-on accounting professional with strong general ledger experience, manufacturing accounting knowledge, and the ability to manage multiple accounting functions while supporting the company's continued growth.

Pay:
$100,000/year+

Accounting Manager Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage the full accounts payable and accounts receivable cycles, ensuring timely, accurate processing and reconciliation utilizing QuickBooks and MRP/ERP systems.

• Own the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes, including journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, and general ledger accuracy.

• Process bi-weekly payroll, including 401(k) contributions, and prepare quarterly payroll reports for the company's outside CPA firm.

• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements, for review by company leadership.

• Maintain the integrity, accuracy, and completeness of the general ledger and supporting accounting records.

• Perform account reconciliations for cash, inventory, fixed assets, prepaid expenses, and accrued liabilities.

• Monitor and manage company cash flow, including forecasting and reporting to support operational needs and business decisions.

• Support annual budgeting and forecasting processes in collaboration with the Company President and department leaders.

• Prepare variance analyses comparing actual financial results to budgets and forecasts, identifying trends and communicating key findings to leadership.

• Assist with job costing, standard costing, and margin analysis to support pricing decisions, profitability, and operational performance.

• Provide financial analysis and reporting to support strategic initiatives and management decision-making.

• Develop, document, and maintain effective internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure financial accuracy.

• Coordinate with the company's outside CPA firm on tax planning and filings, ensuring accurate and organized financial records are provided. Tax preparation and filings are handled externally.

• Support internal and external audits, including preparation of financial schedules and supporting documentation.

• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and applicable accounting standards (GAAP).

• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, accuracy, and consistency across accounting functions.

• Serve as a primary point of contact for accounting and financial matters across the organization.

• Provide guidance, mentorship, and oversight to accounting support staff as applicable.

• Maintain accurate, organized, and audit-ready documentation across all accounting functions.

Accounting Manager Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within a manufacturing or mid-sized company environment.

• Advanced proficiency with QuickBooks and ERP/MRP systems required.

• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including financial reporting and data analysis.

• Strong working knowledge of GAAP, general ledger accounting principles, and internal controls.

• Proven experience managing month-end and year-end close processes, account reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.

• Experience overseeing accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll processing, and cash management.

• Understanding of manufacturing accounting principles, including inventory, job costing, standard costing, and margin analysis preferred.

• Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting, and financial variance analysis.

• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and maintain accuracy across multiple accounting functions.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.

• Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with company leadership, department managers, and Human Resources.

• Experience partnering with outside CPA firms or auditors preferred.

• Previous experience providing oversight or guidance to accounting support staff preferred.

Benefits:

• $100,000/year+

• Paid Sick Leave

• 401(k) with match

• Medical

• Paid Holidays