Accounting Manager

Description

We are looking for an Accounting Manager to join a growing organization in Leominster, Massachusetts on a Contract to Permanent basis. This role is ideal for a hands-on, detail-oriented accounting specialist who enjoys working in a small to midsized business environment and can bring structure, responsiveness, and strong financial oversight to a busy team. The position offers the opportunity to support core accounting operations, strengthen reporting processes, and contribute to a business experiencing continued expansion.

Responsibilities:

- Lead the monthly close process, ensuring the general ledger is accurate, complete, and finalized on schedule.

- Oversee daily cash activity and help maintain reliable visibility into company liquidity and short-term financial needs.

- Perform detailed account reconciliations, research discrepancies, and prepare journal entries to support clean financial records.

- Provide accounting support related to operational costing and help improve the accuracy of financial data tied to inventory and production.

- Assist with payroll processing as needed by serving as backup coverage to maintain continuity within the finance function.

- Handle sales tax responsibilities, including reviewing obligations, preparing filings, and helping ensure compliance with applicable requirements.

- Partner with leadership to strengthen accounting procedures and introduce practical system-driven efficiencies, including reporting and automation improvements.

Requirements - Hands-on accounting experience in a small or midsized company where broad ownership of day-to-day finance activities was required.

- Strong background in month-end close, general ledger management, reconciliations, and journal entry preparation.

- Experience with cost accounting and inventory-related accounting, including exposure to standard costing concepts.

- Proficiency with Quick Books Online and comfort learning or working within complementary operational systems.

- Demonstrated ability to improve processes through reporting tools, automation, or system optimization; experience with Power BI is highly valued.

- Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-moving environment with changing priorities and limited internal support resources.

- Ability to work independently, stay organized, and manage multiple accounting responsibilities with accuracy and sound judgment.

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