Accounting Manager

Location: Huntington
Posted on: June 23, 2025

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly analytical and results-driven Accounting Manager to support our dynamic manufacturing operations. This is a critical, customer-facing role that blends financial expertise with strategic insights to drive performance, enhance pricing decisions, and support plant-level metrics. If you're a strong communicator who thrives in fast-paced environments and can transform data into actionable outcomes, we want to hear from you. Key Responsibilities: Analyze plant performance and identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements. Prepare and deliver timely and accurate financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow analysis. Lead budgeting and forecasting processes in collaboration with department leaders. Perform in-depth financial modeling and variance analysis to support leadership decisions. Provide strategic pricing recommendations and partner with cross-functional teams to guide cost and margin decisions. Track key performance indicators and develop reports focused on plant efficiency and cost reduction. Support capital project analysis, asset utilization planning, and new product financial evaluations. Provide audit support and ad hoc reporting as needed. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting (MBA preferred). Must have 5 years of financial analysis or cost/general accounting experience in a manufacturing setting Experience with ERP implementation and strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel. Exceptional organizational, analytical, and communication skills. Demonstrated ability to build strong customer relationships and influence at all levels of the organization. Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of handling confidential information with integrity. Why Join the Team? This is more than an accounting role—it's a strategic business partner position with real impact. You'll collaborate with multiple departments, contribute to high-level decision-making, and help shape the financial direction of a thriving manufacturing operations. Apply: Apply here or reach out to Ashley Olson directly, 515-822-7830 . Resumes may be confidentially sent to ashley.olson@gogpac.com All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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