What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Manager position at LHH?
LHH is assisting our Bardstown manufacturing and construction client in their search for a qualified Accounting Manager to add to their growing team. The Accounting Manager, reporting into the Chief Financial Officer, is responsible for financial management, reporting, budgeting, and internal controls. This position provides strategic insight to the leadership team to drive performance, profitability, and operational efficiency. This position offers tremendous career growth opportunity and an inviting culture!
Job Responsibilities:
- Manages daily accounting operations, including general ledger, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
- Prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reporting packages.
- Monitors and forecasts company cash flow and working capital.
- Supports internal and external audits by preparing schedules, pulling documentation, and responding to auditor inquiries.
- Partners with operations on cost accounting and margin analysis; supports inventory valuation and project-based financial tracking.
- Coordinates monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes in ERP tool, ensuring timeliness and accuracy.
- Supports budgeting and forecasting activities; assists department managers with financial planning.
- Reviews and enhances internal controls and financial processes to increase efficiency and accuracy.
- Supports leadership with ad-hoc reporting, business case modeling, and financial analysis.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
- CPA or CMA preferred
- Proven experience in financial management
- Manufacturing and Construction experience preferred (Job Costing)
- Strong working knowledge and understanding of US GAAP, accounting rules and regulations preferably including revenue recognition
- Strong analytical skills, exceptional problem-solving skills, highly organized, and excellent leadership skills
If you are a qualified candidate and interested in confidentially exploring this career opportunity, please contact Angie Moller at angie.moller@lhh.com. If this position is not suited for you but you are interested in exploring other accounting/finance positions in/or around Bardstown and surrounding markets, please contact us.
Salary : $85,000 - $95,000
