Accounting Manager

Join our oilfield services manufacturing client as an Accounting Manager at their facility in the Greater Lafayette area.

Position Summary

Oversee daily accounting operations, ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timely completion of financial reporting. This role also manages the end-to-end close process for assigned entities while maintaining standardized practices, internal controls, and procedures. Responsibilities include leading a team of staff and senior accountants, driving continuous improvements to accounting and reporting processes, and managing special projects as assigned.

Responsibilities:

• Manage full-cycle month-end close of the general ledger with operations including distribution and manufacturing activities.
• Administers approved accounting practices to ensure that financial and operating reports accurately reflect the condition of the business and provide reliable information necessary to control operations; manage general accounting staff.
• Partner with operational managers to support corporate objectives and drive financial/operational targets set forth by upper management.
• Perform monthly forecasting and analysis for P&L and balance sheet.
• Proactive analysis of variances and communication of issues and opportunities to operations management.
• Ensure financial results are reported accurately and timely.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or equivalent.
• Relevant professional certification such as CPA, CA, local equivalent or master’s in finance or accounting is preferred.
• 6+ years of accounting experience, preferably in oilfield services or manufacturing, including 2+ years of management experience.

Required Skills:

• Ability to apply comprehensive knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Experience with both manufacturing and general ledger accounting.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Experience in leading mid-sized teams.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong Excel and systems experience – current operating systems include Business Central, Microsoft Dynamics Navision, Power BI and One Stream.
• Customer service skills with an ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
• On-site, five days a week at the facility in Broussard, LA.