Accounting Manager - Robert Half

Description We are looking for an Accounting Manager to join our team in the manufacturing industry in Everett, Washington. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining the integrity of inventory records, analyzing transactions, and reconciling discrepancies. You will be working closely with various teams, including procurement, operations, and warehouse, and will oversee the entire Inventory team. Responsibilities: - Maintain and analyze inventory records, identify and reconcile any discrepancies - Conduct detailed root cause analysis for variances and maintain inventory KPI's and metrics - Improve the accuracy and efficiency of monthly close process through the creation of new and enhancement of existing processes - Collaborate with procurement, operations, and warehouse teams on matters related to purchase order creation, receiving, and shipping - Review monthly account journal entries and reconciliations for finished goods, in-transit inventory, freight and duty asset accruals - Conduct monthly general ledger account analysis to identify trend variances or potential misstatements - Comply with company identified key SOX controls and maintain the required levels of documentation and review support - Manage the Inventory Supervisor and oversee the Inventory team - Maintain integrity of tooling and mold inventory and conduct ROI analysis - Maintain inventory aging's and reconcile prepaid inventory - Implement procedural and policy changes to improve departmental efficiency - Create and maintain process documents for various duties as assigned - Coordinate with external auditors on a quarterly and yearly basis regarding all aspects of Inventory and related costs. The salary range for this position is $120,000 to $150,000 + bonus. Benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision Life/AD& D/STD/LTD 401(k) with match 2 weeks PTO + 5 floating holidays 6 paid holidays + week between Christmas and New Years off 1 week sick time Requirements - Proven experience in a similar role within the manufacturing industry, preferably in a managerial or supervisory position. - Comprehensive knowledge of inventory accounting, inventory records, and inventory reconciliation. - Proficient in variance analysis and providing clear variance explanations. - Demonstrated experience in process improvement within an accounting context. - Familiarity with shipping and receiving processes, and the handling of purchase orders. - Ability to review and manage journal entries and general ledger. - Experience in ledger account analysis. - Familiarity with SOX - Sarbanes-Oxley regulations and compliance. - Strong leadership skills and the ability to manage an accounting team effectively. - Proficiency in account management. - Knowledge and experience in developing ROI models. - Experience in liaising with external auditors as part of the audit process. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. - Advanced proficiency in MS Office software, particularly Excel, and accounting software. - Relevant professional qualifications in accounting or finance, such as a CPA or equivalent. Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2024 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (https:///www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .