Accounting Manager

Connecting and Protecting People, Microwave Products Group (MPG) is a leading global provider of mission-critical engineered electronic components and subsystems comprised of five business units in six manufacturing locations.

Our brand names are recognized globally including: BSC Filters, York, UK;
Criteria Labs, Austin, TX;
Dow-Key Microwave, Ventura, CA;
Pole/Zero, West Chester, OH;
Espy, Austin, TX; and K&L Microwave, Salisbury, Maryland and Dominican Republic.

Our expertise is the design and manufacture of communications-based specialty products – engineered components and subsystems – for demanding military, space, commercial aerospace/industrial, and telecom infrastructure applications where function and reliability are crucial.

Hands-on manager supporting MPG’s businesses and their local management teams in Austin, TX. Carry out the day-to-day finance and accounting functions of the businesses to include financial close, internal controls, cost accounting, reporting and analysis, budgeting, forecasting, safeguarding assets and supervising support staff. Supervises team members including hiring, performance evaluations, disciplinary actions, etc. to reasonably assure the accurate, complete, and timely performance of all accounting and financial requirements.

• Completion of the monthly financial close including preparing journal entries and account reconciliations in compliance with Dover/MPG policies and procedures
• Preparation of management and operational reports
• Improve the accuracy and completeness of financial budgets and forecasts that support the execution of MPG’s business strategy
• Safeguard company assets and reasonably ensure the accurate, complete, and timely recording of all business transactions through the maintenance of strong internal controls
• Manage the accuracy and productivity of day-to-day activities of accounts payable, cash disbursements, invoicing/billing, customer credits and collections, perpetual inventory integrity, fixed asset records, general & entity accounting, and cost accounting
• Perform various financial analyses to evaluate company ventures or special projects, programs, capital expenditures, products costing, etc.
• Interact with peers to share ideas and develop best practices across the organization
• Interface with outside audit firms(s), banks, casualty/liability insurance agent(s), credit card companies, collection agencies, taxing authorities, etc.

BA/BS degree in Accounting or Finance. At least 5 years' experience in financial/accounting positions of increasing responsibility, including supervisory experience. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Experienced in the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and financial analyses, as well as working with and leveraging ERPs to support the operations of a business. The ability to use spreadsheets, charts, memos, and presentations to convey financial principles and concepts.

• Demonstrated ability to achieve quality results in an efficient and timely manner
• At least 1 year of supervisory experience
• Self-starter with strong communication skills
• Detail oriented with excellent technical and analytical skills
• Team player with the ability to relate and interact with people at all levels in the Company
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and perform multiple tasks
• Strong ERP and computer skills

• Require repetitive use of hands and fingers
• Work may require some walking, standing, carrying and recurring reaching or similar activities.

• Work area is adequately lit, heated and ventilated.

Work Arrangement :
Onsite

Pay Range:

- annually

Bonus Eligible:
This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan.

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total…