Accounting Manager

Job Title: Accounting Manager

Job Description

The Accounting Manager oversees day-to-day accounting operations, ensures accurate and timely financial reporting, and provides hands-on support and leadership to the accounting team. This role partners closely with internal leadership and external stakeholders to drive timely close processes, maintain strong financial controls, and provide clear financial insight that supports broader business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage daily accounting operations, including the general ledger, month-end close, quarter-end close, and financial reporting activities.
• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial statements in accordance with GAAP and internal company policies.
• Clearly communicate the progress of monthly and quarterly initiatives to internal leadership and external stakeholders.
• Forecast and track key financial and account metrics, and analyze variances and trends to support decision-making.
• Prepare and present clear, concise reports on account and financial status to leadership.
• Support budgeting and forecasting activities, including tracking actual results against budget and identifying key drivers of variance.
• Monitor and strengthen internal controls, ensure compliance with policies and regulations, and support audit and tax activities as needed.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, efficiency, and internal controls, and help implement best practices.
• Provide day-to-day guidance, coaching, and support to accounting team members to ensure high-quality work and professional growth.
• Conduct timely and constructive performance evaluations that are aligned with individual development goals and team objectives.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with finance, operations, and leadership teams to support business initiatives and provide financial insight.
• Assist with special projects and ad hoc financial analyses as required.
  
  

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 5 years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership or supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Hands-on experience with month-end close processes, reconciliations, and financial analysis.
• Proficiency with general ledger accounting and financial reporting tools.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience working with accounting or ERP systems.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present financial information clearly to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
• High attention to detail with strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  
  

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation preferred.
• Experience with bank reconciliations and account reconciliations.
• Background in audit or working with auditors is beneficial.
• Experience in finance functions beyond core accounting, such as budgeting and forecasting.
• Demonstrated ability to coach, mentor, and develop team members.
• Proven track record of identifying and implementing process improvements in accounting operations.
  
  

Work Environment

The role operates in an office environment within a broader manufacturing setting, providing exposure to both corporate and operational functions. You will work with modern accounting and ERP systems, spreadsheets, and standard office productivity tools. The position involves regular collaboration with finance, operations, and leadership teams, requiring strong communication and a professional presence in meetings and presentations.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Georgetown, KY.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $75000.00 - $93000.00/yr.

medical dental vision life insurance and 401K Eligible for 40-80 hours of vacation upon hire

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Georgetown,KY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.