Manager, Accounting

Role Overview

We are seeking a hands‑on, results‑driven Accounting Manager to lead our corporate accounting team in a dynamic, collaborative environment. This role oversees day‑to‑day accounting operations and ensures the integrity of all financial systems and processes, including general accounting, accounts payable, fixed assets, leases, and consolidated financial statements. The position spans U.S. and international operations, requiring global experience and a strong understanding of complex accounting areas.

The Accounting Manager will play a critical role in maintaining compliance with U.S. GAAP, SOX internal controls, and corporate policies, while driving process improvements and supporting strategic initiatives. In addition to supervising a talented team, this role involves preparing and reviewing journal entries and reconciliations for high‑complexity areas.

• Lead monthly consolidated financial reporting for domestic and international entities using JD Edwards ERP and One Stream consolidation and reporting software, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP.
• Manage general accounting processes, including accounts payable, fixed assets, cash, leases, payroll, and revenue recognition.
• Prepare and review journal entries; analyze and explain financial statement variances.
• Support SEC reporting and press release preparation.
• Maintain strong internal controls and adherence to company policies.
• Utilize One Stream for financial close checklists and reconciliation reviews.
• Ensure accuracy in Sage Fixed Asset and Lease Query systems for tax and accounting compliance.
• Drive continuous process improvements for efficiency and accuracy.

• Supervise and mentor a team of four accountants and one AP specialist, fostering a collaborative and high‑performance culture.
• Oversee accounts payable operations, ensuring timely vendor payments, proper expense cut‑off, and 1099 compliance.
• Optimize use of Blackline for account reconciliation processes.

• Act as liaison with external auditors for quarterly and annual audits.
• Document and maintain accounting policies and SOX‑compliant internal controls.
• Collaborate with Internal Audit on compliance initiatives.

• Oversee state and local sales/use tax compliance and filings.
• Provide data for federal and state income tax returns.

• Partner with teams across the organization on strategic projects and initiatives.
• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; CPA required, MBA preferred.
• 8+ years in public accounting/industry; 5+ years in supervisory roles.

• Proficiency in ERP systems (JD Edwards preferred), One Stream, Sage Fixed Asset, Lease Query;
  Reports Now DAS a plus.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, internal controls, and consolidated reporting; familiarity with international accounting standards.
• Exceptional organizational, analytical, and communication skills; ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• High integrity, attention to detail, proactive problem‑solving, and collaborative mindset.

• $111,013 - $188,722 (Plus Annual Incentive Bonus)
• 401(k) with 6% match (Fully Vested at 2 Years)
• Annual Merit increase opportunity
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• 11 Corporate Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Pre‑Tax Transit
• Fitness & Gym Reimbursement
• Employer Contribution - Health, Dental, Vision

Oil‑Dri Corporation of America is a leading manufacturer and supplier of specialty sorbent products for consumer and business‑to‑business markets that has been voted a Top 100 workplace in the Chicago Tribune. Oil‑Dri’s products are sold in the pet care, animal health, fluid purification, agricultural, sports field, industrial and automotive markets. Oil‑Dri controls millions of tons of specialty mineral reserves, including calcium bentonite, attapulgite, and diatomaceous shale.

The company’s mines and manufacturing facilities are located in Georgia, Mississippi, Illinois, and California. Oil‑Dri is a family‑controlled and operated organization that emphasizes honesty, integrity, and accountability. The company is dedicated to fulfilling its mission to Create Value From Sorbent Minerals.

Oil‑Dri is committed to providing equal opportunity for all teammates and qualified candidates without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, mental or physical disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Accordingly, all employment decisions and personnel actions or programs such as hiring, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, transfers, reductions in workforce, and training, etc.

will be consistent with the principle of equal employment opportunity.