Manager Accounting

Overview

Advanced Drainage Systems is a leading manufacturer of stormwater and onsite septic wastewater solutions, committed to sustainability and innovation. With a vast manufacturing and distribution network, we deliver high‑quality products across multiple industries while recycling over half a billion pounds of plastic annually. At ADS, we foster a culture where diverse perspectives drive better ideas, ensuring every employee feels valued, heard, and empowered to make an impact.

We are looking for candidates local to the Columbus area interested in working in an office environment. The position of Accounting Manager is a newly created role which will be responsible for various accounting, reporting/analysis, and SOX compliance over the inventory, freight and distribution yard areas of the business. This individual will work closely with the Ohio based cost accounting and operational accounting teams, along with working with cross‑functional leadership teams.

This role will report directly to the Columbus Ohio based Director of Accounting Operations.

• Oversight and completion of monthly inventory capitalization models
• Perform/review various monthly account reconciliations, investigate unreconciled balances or variances between general ledger and various source documents
• Prepare/review monthly journal entries associated with inventory models and various other operational transactions associated with inventory functions
• Prepare/review monthly journal entries associated with the freight and distribution yard functions
• Assist in preparation of various internal and external reports
• Collaborate across assorted business functions (finance, accounting, sales, operations, HR, etc.) providing insights with ad‑hoc analyses over the company’s inventory functions and associated transactions
• Support ongoing efforts focused on streamlining, improving, and automating processes
• Drive through challenges in order to effectively deliver on commitments
• Ensure SOX compliance by adhering to internal control requirements, maintaining updated documentation and providing recommendations as appropriate

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required, CPA or CMA preferred
• Minimum of 5+ years practical work experience
• Oracle experience preferred, but not required
• Strong technical skills including knowledge of GAAP
• Attention to detail and accuracy is a must
• Ability to understand issues, demonstrate resourcefulness and pro‑actively resolve problems and manage multiple projects in a timely manner
• Strong analytical & problem‑solving skills to research and resolve inquiries and respond in a timely manner
• Able to handle confidential information in a mature manner
• Solid organizational skills: task prioritization and effective time management
• Mid‑ to advanced PC skills using Outlook, Word, Excel (ability to perform pivots, V‑lookups and other functions with Excel) Company Benefits

  Health & Welfare Benefits: Medical and prescription drug plans, telemedicine (with medical plan), dental and vision plans, virtual physical therapy*, an employee assistance program (EAP)*, and voluntary accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnification programs.

  Financial Benefits: Retirement 401k program with company match, an employee stock purchase plan (voluntary), financial wellness planning*, paid parental leave*, flexible spending accounts (FSA) for child care and health care, short‑term and long‑term disability*, basic life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D)*, adoption financial reimbursement*, tuition reimbursement*, voluntary life insurance (for employees, spouses, and children), and voluntary identity theft and fraud protection.

  * 100% paid by ADS.

  Why Join ADS?

  Growth Opportunities Global Presence: With a global network of approximately 70 manufacturing plants and 40 distribution centers, ADS offers extensive opportunities for career growth and development in various locations around the world.

  Inclusive and Creative Work Culture: ADS fosters a culture of passion, innovation, and continuous improvement, empowering employees to shape industry‑leading solutions. We value diverse…