Accounting Manager - Manufacturing

firstPRO, Inc
Philadelphia, PA

Accounting Manager

Location: Greater Philadelphia Area (Hybrid – 4 days onsite, 1 day remote)

Salary: $80,000–$100,000


A growing, investor-backed manufacturing company is seeking an Accounting Manager to join its leadership team. Reporting directly to the COO/CFO, this highly visible role will own the accounting function, oversee month-end close, provide financial analysis, and support strategic business initiatives.


Key Responsibilities

  • Lead monthly and year-end close processes
  • Prepare financial statements, journal entries, and account reconciliations
  • Analyze COGS, inventory, profitability, and financial variances
  • Manage A/R, A/P, payroll accounting, and cash flow reporting
  • Support budgeting, forecasting, and KPI reporting
  • Oversee sales tax filings and regulatory compliance
  • Supervise one accounting team member
  • Drive process improvements and system enhancements


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • 5+ years of accounting experience
  • Strong knowledge of month-end close, general ledger accounting, and financial reporting
  • Experience with cost accounting, inventory, and variance analysis
  • Advanced Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP)
  • Manufacturing experience preferred
  • ERP implementation, public accounting, or M&A exposure is a plus


Why Join?

  • Direct partnership with executive leadership
  • Significant ownership and visibility
  • Opportunity to grow with a rapidly expanding company
  • Collaborative, entrepreneurial culture


Ideal for a Senior Accountant ready to step into a management role or an experienced Accounting Manager seeking broader responsibility.

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