Accounting Manager

Job Title: Accounting Manager

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to lead our accounting operations. In this hands-on leadership role, you will oversee all accounting activities, directly supervise team members, and partner with HR on payroll. You will play a key role in financial reporting, accounts set up, process improvements, and supporting strategic decisions using our Plex ERP system. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive, detail-oriented accounting professional who thrives in a small, privately owned manufacturing environment and wants to see the direct results of their work.

Responsibilities

• Lead all day-to-day accounting functions, including general ledger maintenance, accounts payable, accounts receivable, month-end and year-end close processes.
• Directly supervise, mentor, and develop one AP/AR employee.
• Assist HR & payroll service with payroll processing, reconciliations, and related reporting.
• Manage internal cash planning tool and provide 13-week cash flow analysis.
• Manage financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to support manufacturing leadership.
• Oversee cost accounting, inventory valuation, and job costing within Plex ERP to ensure accurate product costs and profitability insights.
• Handle some tax-related tasks (e.g., preparing information for filings) while working alongside our excellent external CPA firm.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with President, operations, production, and sales teams to deliver timely financial analysis and drive process improvements.
• Prepare and present clear financial statements and key metrics to senior leadership.
  
  

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA or CMA strongly preferred).
• 5 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment and with companies of comparable size (roughly 50–150 employees) is strongly preferred.
• Hands-on experience with Plex ERP (or similar manufacturing systems such as Epicor or SAP) is a significant plus.
• Familiarity with payroll processing and some tax knowledge is beneficial.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills with the ability to thrive in a small-team, multi-hat environment.
  
  

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems.
• Strong knowledge of cost accounting, financial statement preparation, and bank reconciliation.
  
  

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Brighton, MI.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $100000.00/yr.

• Flexible work schedule
• 401(k) with company match
• Health insurance coverage
• Paid time off
• A supportive, tight-knit team that values your input
  
  

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Brighton,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 1, 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.