We are looking for an Accounting Manager to oversee core accounting operations for our manufacturing organization in Salt Lake City, Utah. This role will guide the close cycle, support accurate financial reporting, and serve as a key resource for technical accounting matters across the business. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, sound judgment, and a practical approach to improving processes while maintaining reliable controls.
Responsibilities:
- Direct monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities to deliver complete and accurate financial results on schedule.
- Lead, coach, and develop accounting staff, building technical capability and encouraging a culture of accountability and continuous growth.
- Evaluate complex accounting activity and apply company policies consistently to support compliant financial reporting.
- Work closely with operational and corporate partners to address accounting issues and streamline workflows across departments.
- Oversee the design and effectiveness of internal controls to protect financial integrity and support compliance efforts.
- Coordinate audit support by preparing requested documentation, answering inquiries, and facilitating communication with external auditors.
- Review financial performance, identify unexpected fluctuations, and provide clear analysis to help management understand results.
- Advance accounting procedures and reporting practices to improve efficiency without weakening control standards.
- Contribute to special initiatives such as system implementations, acquisitions, and broader process improvement efforts.
- Act as an internal subject matter expert for technical accounting questions and related guidance.
- 5+ years of accounting experience, including leadership responsibility within an accounting function.
- Strong background in month-end close, general ledger activity, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
- Experience supporting financial statement audits and working effectively with external auditors.
- Demonstrated ability to research accounting issues and apply appropriate guidance in practice.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong analytical problem-solving skills.
- Solid understanding of how financial statements interact and how underlying transactions affect reported results.
- Proven ability to lead from both a strategic and hands-on perspective while developing team members effectively.