Accounting Manager

Job Description

• Oversee full-cycle accounting operations including AP, AR, month-end close, journal entries, reconciliations, cash flow monitoring, and double-entry general ledger management.
• Manage payroll processing (9 employees + 2 warehouse temps), 1099 preparation, and serve as liaison between employees and Paychex for HR/payroll matters.
• Lead inventory management, purchasing activities, and support cost analysis within a manufacturing environment.
• Supervise one direct report and act as a key liaison between ownership and employees, supporting administrative and HR functions including onboarding and offboarding.
• Maintain accurate financial records (digital and paper-based), ensure compliance, and utilize Comet ERP and advanced Excel for reporting and analysis.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field preferred; 7+ years of progressive accounting experience required.
• Strong payroll experience and familiarity with HR/payroll systems (Paychex experience a plus).
• Prior managerial or supervisory experience, preferably in a small company environment.
• Advanced Excel skills and ability to learn ERP systems (Comet ERP experience preferred).
• Manufacturing industry experience preferred, including exposure to inventory, purchasing, and cost accounting.