Accounting Manager

CLA (Clifton Larson Allen ) has been retained by an international manufacturing client to hire an Accounting Manager to lead the accounting function for their US entities totaling about $30M in revenue. The US business is primarily a sales and distribution office with no manufacturing taking place in the United States. This is a hybrid position with the opportunity to work remotely 2-3 days a week after a period of time.

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Base pay range provided by CLA (Clifton Larson Allen ). Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Bloomington, MN (hybrid: 2-3 days remote after an initial period).

• Oversee the full general ledger and month-end close process for multiple entities
• Manage financial consolidations, intercompany transactions, and reporting across domestic and international entities
• Maintain and improve accounting processes in compliance with GAAP
• Produce timely, accurate financial statements and variance analysis reports
• Lead preparation and review of annual budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections
• Lead financial due diligence, integration planning, and post-acquisition accounting
• Partner with executive leadership to model financial impact and cost synergies of transactions
• Ensure proper accounting treatment for asset acquisitions, goodwill, and restructuring activities
• Compliance & Tax
• Ensure ongoing compliance with state, federal, international, and industry-specific regulations
• Manage sales and use tax reporting and filings
• Work closely with external CPA firms to support year-end audits and corporate tax filings
• Supervise and mentor accounting staff, promoting accountability and development
• Collaborate across departments to provide financial insights and support operational goals
• Serve as a key advisor to senior management on financial strategy, risks, and controls

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field
• Minimum 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role
• Proven experience managing multi-entity accounting structures
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and financial reporting standards

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Accounting/Auditing

• Accounting
• Industrial Machinery Manufacturing