Director of Accounting Job at Robert Half in Lincoln

We are in search of a Director of Accounting to lead our manufacturing operations in Lincoln, Nebraska. The individual will hold a key role overseeing a range of accounting, treasury, and financial reporting functions while working closely with our VP Finance.

Responsibilities:
• Oversee the creation, maintenance, and updating of financial reports, including P& L, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
• Develop and maintain corporate financial reporting and ERP systems, contributing to planning and budgeting efforts.
• Ensure the timely consolidation of financial results, working effectively with accounting managers and corporate accounting staff.
• Liaise with external auditors, managing the reporting and legal filings required.
• Manage the Accounting organization, fostering growth and development.
• Support treasury operations, optimizing liquidity and managing relationships with the company’s banks.
• Adhere to and ensure the organization follows all corporate and required accounting policies and procedures, standardizing these processes across different locations.
• Report financials to parent company, maintaining the punctuality of a public company.
• Utilize accounting software systems and CRM to streamline accounting functions, including accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR).
• Apply knowledge of the manufacturing industry's accounting close process, cost accounting, and full cycle accounting practices.
• Engage in year-end close, audits, financial statement preparation, and reporting, adhering to GAAP accounting principles.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a senior accounting role within the manufacturing industry.

• Proficiency in using Accounting Software Systems.

• Experience with ADP - Financial Services.

• Familiarity with robust enterprise wide ERP systems.

• Comprehensive understanding and hands-on experience with Accounting Functions.

• Ability to manage Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR).

• Proven expertise in Auditing.

• Knowledge and experience in Budget Processes.

• Understanding of the unique accounting needs of a Manufacturing Company.

• Prior years of experience working within the Manufacturing/Production Industry.

• Experience in managing the Accounting close process.

• Ability to handle Year-end Close, Financial Statement prep, and Year-end Audit functions