Divisional Accounting Manager
Divisional Accounting Manager
Location: Newark, CA (Hybrid)
Travel: Up to 25%
Employment Type: Full‑Time | Exempt
Salary: $140,000 - $180,000
A growing manufacturing organization is seeking a Divisional Accounting Manager to lead cost accounting, inventory valuation, and financial reporting for a key business unit. This role partners closely with operations to drive profitability, improve cost controls, and ensure accurate financial reporting in a dynamic production environment.
This is a highly visible leadership role overseeing accounting operations while providing critical insights to support business performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Own the month‑end close process, including journal entries, reconciliations, and accruals
- Manage general ledger and financial reporting for the division
- Lead cost accounting activities, including standard costing, BOMs, and variance analysis
- Analyze material, labor, and overhead variances and partner with operations on improvements
- Oversee inventory valuation, reconciliation, and controls
- Monitor COGS, margins, and product profitability
- Provide financial insights to support pricing and operational decisions
- Oversee Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions
- Support audits and ensure compliance with internal controls
- Utilize ERP systems (Epicor) for reporting, costing, and inventory tracking
- Drive continuous improvement in accounting processes and reporting
Leadership Responsibilities
- Directly manage and develop accounting team members
- Set performance expectations and conduct reviews
- Partner cross‑functionally with operations, supply chain, and leadership
- Build a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 5+ years of cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment
- Strong experience with inventory accounting and cost controls
- Hands‑on ERP experience (Epicor preferred)
- Advanced Excel skills
- Strong analytical, communication, and leadership capabilities
- U.S. Person status required (ITAR compliance)
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary: $140,000 - $180,000 + bonus potential
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Hybrid work flexibility
- Opportunity to directly impact financial and operational performance
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