The Manufacturing Accounting Manager is responsible for plant‑level accounting execution, cost accounting integrity, and operational financial reporting in support of manufacturing facilities. The role focuses on accurate financial reporting, inventory integrity, and cost variance analysis. The role provides financial statements with supporting schedules, perform financial analysis of the manufacturing operation, and assist in the decision-making process and the company’s financial plans and asset management.

·      Maintain standards and calculate Material, Labor, and Overhead costs in close collaboration with Operations staff.

·      Responsible for maintaining cost accounting elements.

·      Prepare and analyze cost variance and profitability reports to support operational review.

·      Provides financial analysis and reporting in support of capital expenditure reviews and post‑investment tracking.

·      Maintain adequate fiscal records in support of external and internal audits.

·      Review and reconciliation of month–end closing.

·      Provide Variance vs. Budget and Forecast analysis in meaningful detail.

·      Ensure inventory accuracy, develop and maintain policies for identifying, reserving, and disposal of slow-moving and obsolete inventory.

·      Monitor results of cycle-count inventories and assists with analysis and reconciliation.

·      Support annual budget process.   

·      Maintain the integrity of the financial reporting system.

·      Prepare financial budgets and projections for manufacturing sites.

Requirements

·      3–7 years of progressive experience in manufacturing accounting or finance roles.

·      Strong project management and problem solving.

·      Demonstrated experience with manufacturing site optimization is a strong plus.

·      Experience, knowledge or exposure to Lean principles and techniques is a plus.