Senior Accounting Manager

Base pay range

$/yr - $/yr

Annual Bonus

A fast-growing, private equity–backed consumer products company is seeking a Senior Accounting Manager to join its finance leadership team. This is a high-impact role responsible for GAAP-compliant accounting operations, month‑end close leadership, cost accounting, and process optimization in a scaling environment.

This position reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer and works closely with the Controller and executive leadership team. The ideal candidate brings a strong mix of hands‑on accounting leadership, manufacturing or CPG experience, and the ability to thrive in a data‑driven, high‑growth, PE‑backed organization. This role offers a hybrid work model, balancing in‑office collaboration with flexibility for focused remote work.

Candidates should be comfortable engaging with the team in person as needed.

• Lead and manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Lead accounting operations within a manufacturing or consumer products environment, including revenue recognition, inventory accounting, cost accounting, and margin analysis
• Oversee GAAP compliance, accounting policies, and internal controls
• Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules
• Own cost accounting, including BOM management, SKU profitability, and inventory valuation
• Partner with cross‑functional teams on profitability analysis, financial reporting, and decision support
• Support working capital management, including AR/AP metrics and treasury reporting
• Drive process improvements, automation, and scalability within accounting operations
• Manage and support the annual audit process and auditor requests
• Ensure integrity and accuracy of the general ledger and financial data
• Support tax, treasury, and other finance‑related initiatives as needed
• Lead and mentor accounting team members, fostering a collaborative, high‑performance culture
• Participate in special projects related to system enhancements, process optimization, and growth initiatives
• Ensure audit readiness by establishing and maintaining clear accounting policies, procedures, SOPs, and internal controls, with strong documentation standards
• Support purchase accounting and acquisition‑related testing, including readiness for audits and financial reviews

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (required)
• CPA strongly preferred
• 8–10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibility

• Required experience in manufacturing, consumer packaged goods (CPG), or product‑based environments
• Strong expertise in cost accounting, BOMs, inventory, and margin analysis
• Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP, internal controls, and financial reporting
• Experience leading close processes in a fast‑paced or PE‑backed environment
• ERP experience required (Sage experience a plus)
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with reporting and analytics tools preferred

Competitive compensation package ($120,000–$135,000) and 13% bonus.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Manufacturing, Chemical Manufacturing, and Consumer Services

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid paternity leave

Tuition assistance

This is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Join a private equity–backed company with strong growth momentum. High visibility role with direct exposure to the CFO and executive leadership. Opportunity to build scalable accounting processes and influence business outcomes.