Accounting Manager

Chandler, AZ, United States Position Summary Located onsite in Chandler, AZ , we are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Accounting Manager to join our Finance/Accounting organization. This is a hands-on role reporting to the Assistant Controller. This role is responsible for overseeing critical accounting functions, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP, and supporting the Assistant Controller in managing the month-end close, balance sheet account reconciliations and variance analysis, compliance support, and government contract accounting support.

This position serves as the functional lead over the senior and junior accountants, providing guidance, reviewing work, and driving process improvements. The Accounting Lead plays a key role in complex accounting areas, technical accounting matters, government contracting, corporate SEC reporting support, and external audit processes, while strengthening internal controls within a highly regulated environment.

Key Responsibilities Leadership & Oversight Act as the day-to-day lead for the accounting function, providing guidance and oversight to senior and junior accountants

Review journal entries, reconciliations, and financial deliverables for accuracy and completeness

Support the Assistant Controller in managing workloads, priorities, and deadlines

Coach and mentor junior team members, ensuring development and adherence to best practices

Financial Close & Reporting Coordinate and prepare month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes

Ensure timely and financial reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP and corporate requirements

Review and analyze financial statements, identifying key variances and trends

Manage intercompany transactions and ensure proper consolidation reporting

Manufacturing & Cost Accounting Oversee project cost structure, updates, and variance analysis

Review inventory valuation, reserves, and physical inventory processes

Partner with finance team to improve cost accuracy, reporting transparency, and margin performance

Fixed Assets & Capital Projects Oversee accounting for capital expenditures, including CIP and asset capitalization

Review and approve asset classifications and depreciation methodologies

Ensure compliance with capitalization policies and audit requirementsERP & Process Improvement Support ERP-related accounting initiatives, including system implementations and optimizations

Drive automation and process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy

Business Partnering Collaborate closely with finance, operations, and various corporate teams

Provide insights into financial performance and operational drivers

Support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic initiatives

Qualifications

Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field required; CPA preferred

Minimum 6 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing or defense contract industries

Prior experience in a lead or supervisory role required

Experience in a subsidiary of a publicly traded company highly preferred

Technical Skills Strong expertise in U.S. GAAP and technical accounting

Deep understanding of cost accounting and inventory in a manufacturing environment

Strong knowledge of SOX compliance and internal controls

Proficiency with ERP systems (Oracle Fusion preferred) and strong Excel skills

Key Competencies Effective communication with both finance and non-finance stakeholders

High attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and compliance

Proactive mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment

Ideal Candidate Attributes Hands-on, execution-driven, and energized by “rolling up their sleeves” to get the work done Detail-oriented and committed to producing high-quality, accurate results

Thrives in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities

Curious, adaptable, and excited by opportunities to learn new systems and processes

Collaborative mindset - enjoys working with peers and cross-functional partners

Self-starter who takes initiative and ownership of tasks#LI-RG1

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