Accounting Manager

Position Overview

We are assisting our client in looking for a driven, dedicated Accounting Manager to join their Finance team. The Accounting Manager will oversee and manage day‑to‑day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, credit, compliance, expense reconciliation, and analysis. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting within the manufacturing or industrial sector and will possess leadership skills to support growth and financial accuracy.

This is not a local Nashville‑based position. Candidates must be willing to relocate closer to the Fayetteville, TN area to be physically located at one of their manufacturing sites. Relocation assistance is available.

• Have an understanding of manufacturing financial operations and business structure to provide accurate financial insights to management and team.
• Provide support for financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Support cross‑functional teams with financial guidance during sales, procurement, and production.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal controls, maintaining proper financial reporting standards.
• Provide support for audits and financial inquiries.
• Lead and mentor the accounts payable, accounts receivable, and credit teams to ensure high performance and efficient accounting operation.
• Oversee Accounts Receivable and ensure timely customer invoice issuance and cash receipt posting.
• Manage the Bill and Hold order process, including approval.
• Lead the Concur expense review process and perform the month‑end Concur reconciliation.
• Supervise Accounts Payable and ensure timely invoice match and entry.
• Execute weekly AP payment process.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 5+ years of experience working in manufacturing or plant environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively partner across operations, leadership, and cross‑functional teams.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and translate insights into actionable recommendations.
• Proven leadership skills with dedication to driving and achieving results.
• Demonstrated experience building strong employee relationships and applying effective performance management and coaching techniques.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite.
• In‑depth working knowledge of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems.

Candidates in AR/AP Supervisor roles are encouraged to apply, along with experienced Accounting Managers.