Accounting Manager- Manufacturing ***MUST BE BILINGUAL***Torrington, CT areaContact: Brittany Rizzo / [email protected]Reference ID: BR0013355178 Job SummaryThe Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing daily accounting operations for a manufacturing organization, ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance with applicable regulations, and effective internal controls. This role manages accounting staff, supports month-end and year-end close processes, and partners with operations to support cost accounting and inventory management. The ideal candidate has strong manufacturing accounting experience and is fully bilingual in English and Spanish. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage and oversee daily accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and fixed assets</li><li>Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial statements</li><li>Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reports</li><li>Oversee cost accounting functions, including standard costing, variance analysis, inventory valuation, and work-in-process (WIP)</li><li>Partner with manufacturing and operations teams to analyze costs, improve efficiencies, and support budgeting and forecasting</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, and internal controls</li><li>Coordinate audits and support external auditors and tax advisors</li><li>Supervise, train, and mentor accounting staff; conduct performance reviews</li><li>Assist in the development and implementation of accounting policies, procedures, and system improvements</li><li>Communicate financial information clearly to both English- and Spanish-speaking team members</li></ul>

Qualifications<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA or CMA preferred)</li><li>Minimum of 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including experience in a manufacturing environment</li><li>Prior supervisory or management experience strongly preferred</li><li>Bilingual in English and Spanish (required)</li><li>Strong knowledge of GAAP, cost accounting, inventory accounting, and internal controls</li><li>Experience with ERP systems and advanced Excel skills</li><li>Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills</li><li>Ability to work cross-functionally and communicate effectively at all levels of the organization</li></ul>Preferred Skills<ul><li>Experience with standard costing and variance analysis</li><li>Familiarity with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement environments</li><li>Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis</li></ul>

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Torrington, CT
onsite
Permanent
80000.00 - 110000.00 USD / Yearly
Accounting Manager- Manufacturing ***MUST BE BILINGUAL***Torrington, CT areaContact: Brittany Rizzo / [email protected]Reference ID: BR0013355178 Job SummaryThe Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing daily accounting operations for a manufacturing organization, ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance with applicable regulations, and effective internal controls. This role manages accounting staff, supports month-end and year-end close processes, and partners with operations to support cost accounting and inventory management. The ideal candidate has strong manufacturing accounting experience and is fully bilingual in English and Spanish. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage and oversee daily accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and fixed assets</li><li>Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial statements</li><li>Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reports</li><li>Oversee cost accounting functions, including standard costing, variance analysis, inventory valuation, and work-in-process (WIP)</li><li>Partner with manufacturing and operations teams to analyze costs, improve efficiencies, and support budgeting and forecasting</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, and internal controls</li><li>Coordinate audits and support external auditors and tax advisors</li><li>Supervise, train, and mentor accounting staff; conduct performance reviews</li><li>Assist in the development and implementation of accounting policies, procedures, and system improvements</li><li>Communicate financial information clearly to both English- and Spanish-speaking team members</li></ul>
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