Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager

Location: Salem, OR

Pay: $29.00 - $36.00 per hour

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM (On-Site)

Our client, a growing manufacturing company in the Salem area, is seeking an Accounting Manager to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and wants to make a meaningful impact within an organization experiencing significant growth. Reporting directly to the Controller, this role will oversee day-to-day accounting operations while helping strengthen financial processes and support the company's continued expansion.

What You'll Do

• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, customer billing, and check runs
• Lead the month-end close process and ensure timely completion of financial reporting activities
• Prepare journal entries and maintain amortization schedules
• Prepare and file Federal Excise Tax (FET) and state sales tax returns on a quarterly basis
• Reconcile bank accounts and manage online banking activity and portals
• Perform general ledger account reconciliations and ensure accurate classification of financial transactions
• Support fixed asset accounting, including maintaining depreciation schedules
• Assist with financial period closings and ongoing accounting process improvements
• Collaborate with leadership to support company growth initiatives

Qualifications

• 3 years of accounting experience required
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting preferred; equivalent experience will be considered
• Experience working with ERP systems; M1 ERP experience is a plus
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPs
• Strong understanding of general accounting principles
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Manufacturing industry experience is a plus

Benefits

• 2 weeks of PTO
• 9 paid holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage
• Oregon Retirement Plan
• Free on-site parking

Work Environment

This is a fully on-site position based in Salem, Oregon. The company is experiencing significant growth and is looking for a hands-on accounting leader who can bring structure, prioritize effectively, and help support the evolving needs of the business.

If you're a motivated accounting professional looking to step into a leadership role with a growing organization, we'd love to hear from you.

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