Accounting Manager Rensselaer, NY

Accounting Manager

We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to join a manufacturing organization on a long-term contract basis. This urgent role is suited for a detail-oriented finance leader who can lead core accounting activities, support accurate reporting, and strengthen operational controls in a fast-moving environment. The position works closely with teams across manufacturing, supply chain, engineering, facilities, IT, and finance to improve financial processes and provide clear insight into business performance.

Responsibilities:

• Direct month-end accounting activities, including oversight of general ledger close tasks and review of journal entries to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
• Oversee inventory and manufacturing accounting processes, including cost tracking, standard cost maintenance, production reporting, and analysis of operating variances.
• Manage accounting related to fixed assets, leases, and other assigned areas while maintaining compliance with applicable accounting standards.
• Review inventory activity and production results to identify financial impacts, explain fluctuations, and support decision-making with meaningful analysis.
• Work with cross-functional partners to resolve accounting issues, improve process reliability, and reinforce internal controls across operational workflows.
• Contribute to enterprise system implementation, testing, stabilization, and automation efforts that affect accounting operations and reporting.
• Create and refine accounting policies, procedures, and control documentation to support compliance and consistent execution.
• Prepare reconciliations, dashboards, and management-ready financial reporting that clearly communicate trends, risks, and performance drivers.