Randstad Finance & Accounting (Tatum) in Atlanta is seeking a highly experienced and adaptive accounting leader to serve as an Accounting Manager in our client's Accounting and Finance organization located in Bartow County, GA (near Cartersville). This position is on-site and reports to the Controller. Our client's ideal candidate will bring deep experience in the General Ledger Close and Reporting process and will partner with their FP&A team to support their business operations with accurate and timely financial information. This key role will work closely with cross-functional teams such as FP&A, supply chain, sales and operations, domestic headquarters (TTHA), and their Japan location.
location: White, Georgia
job type: Permanent
salary: $115,000 - 140,000 per year
work hours: 8 to 5
education: Bachelor's degree
experience: 10 Years
responsibilities:
General:
- Oversee three (3) direct reports in General Accounting, Fixed Assets and Accounts Payable, including financial reporting responsibilities
- Responsible for the integrity, accuracy and credibility of the company's financial results, ensuring consistent application of U.S. GAAP
- Manage multiple priorities and participating/driving in special projects
General Accounting and Close
- Manage the client's monthly General Ledger Close and reporting of actual financial results and variance explanations
- Manage the monthly, quarterly and year-end close calendar and checklist, ensuring compliance and cross-functional dependencies are addressed
- Review and approve journal entries, accruals, inventory adjustments and balance sheet reconciliations
- Ensure strong internal controls, audit readiness and compliance across manufacturing, inventory and cost accounting processes
- Support monthly closing activities with TTHA and TR to ensure alignment in timing and goals
- Manage Concur T&E system and corporate credit card program
- Oversee Fixed Asset accounting and governance, including capitalization, depreciation, impairments, disposals and construction in progress, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP
- Ensure accurate asset records, controls and audit readiness, supporting capital investment tracking, operational decision making and financial reporting integrity
- Drive process improvements, ERP optimization and team development
- Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly and annual actual financial results, including P&L, Balance Sheet, budget and forecast to actuals and variance explanations
- Prepare divisional reports to support Plant Managers' operational review and decision making
- Establish and maintain close calendars, reporting standards and reconciliation requirements
- Support and collaborate with FP&A on accounting matters and variance drivers
- Maintain compliance with J-SOX when applicable (e.g., the client includes their No. America location(s) in the program)
- Manage external audit, including audit planning and issue resolution
- Oversee accounting policies and procedures to ensure timely and complete policy documentation
- Manages and supports Accounts Payable Supervisor in day-to-day Accounts Payable function
- Provide oversight and governance of Accounts Payable function, ensuring timely, accurate and compliant processing of invoices and payment disbursements
- Ensure strong internal controls over disbursements, vendor master data and approvals
- Manage accurate accruals, cutoff and reconciliation of payables, including inventory, capital expenditures, billings, etc.
- Partner with Purchasing, Operations and Supply Chain to support efficient vendor relationships
- Maintain timely and accurate process flows, policies and procedures
- Drive and oversee P2P process improvements and efficiency
- Oversee and continuously improve the training program for the accounting team.
- Provide coaching, mentoring, and leadership development for direct reports.
- Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and professional growth.
qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- 10+ years of progressive experience in accounting in a manufacturing environment
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field
- Expert Excel aptitude with ability to work with large data sets and advanced formulae (Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP's, etc.); excel-based modeling is a plus
- CPA, CMA, or CA is preferred
- Public/private accounting experience a plus
- Proficient in SAP or other large scale ERP system
- Effective and professional communication skills, both written and oral
- Strong attention to detail and ability to simplify complex concepts and present at various levels
- Experience in building and managing finance functions in large organizations
- Experience with implementing ERP/FP&A systems a plus
skills: SAP, Excel, Excel Macros, General Ledger, Financial Analysis, Journal Entries, Variance Analysis, GAAP, Month-End Close, Year End Close, SOX, Excel Pivot Tables, Audit - External, Manufacturing Cost Acct, A/P Review, A/R Review, IT - ERP Selection/Implementation, General Accounting and Finance Skills, Budgeting Forecasting & Management Reporting
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
