GrowTech Industries, LLC is hiring: Accounting Manager in Goodyear

GTI Energy LLC is seeking a highly motivated Manufacturing Accounting Manager. This role is responsible for overseeing and leading all finance and cost accounting functions for a new product line being developed at a brand-new location. This role will support the company’s financial performance by developing and maintaining cost accounting methodologies, providing detailed cost analysis including financial reporting. The candidate will have a strong understanding of inventory management, manufacturing processes, cost drivers and system implementation with an emphasis on continuous improvement.

ERP and cost accounting implementation for product line

• Define cost structures including direct costs, indirect costs and allocations
• Select the appropriate costing methodology based on the company’s manufacturing processes and product lines
• Provide leadership and demonstrate commitment in assisting in the implementation of cost accounting processes into the ERP and accounting systems, ensuring accounting modules are configured and operational
• Establish and document Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for product cost estimation, budgeting, overhead allocation and inventory valuation

Financial Close and Reporting

• Manage the month-end close process including journal entries and reconciliation, present factual and timely reports and interpret results to management
• Perform analysis of inventory, and cost of goods sold/variances including inventory valuation
• Establish and ensure compliance with internal controls, US GAAP and other state and federal regulatory requirements
• Establish, direct and maintain sound financial accounting practices and procedures, and systems that monitor and ensure accuracy of inventories and assets of the company
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in financial accounting processes, systems and data accuracy
• Present cost and operational information at management meetings to provide insights that support decision making
• Oversee the daily operations of the Finance and Accounting function, including AP, AR and inventory management
• Hire, coach, train and develop accounting team members to facilitate the finance function
• Collaborate with site Plant Manager and Director of Operations and provide teams with relevant and valuable business financial insights

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related discipline
• Minimum 5-8 years of professional experience in manufacturing accounting in a leadership role
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting and internal controls
• Experience with QuickBooks and NetSuite, including systems migration
• Proven attention to detail, with demonstrated ability to identify errors and inconsistencies in financial records
• Excellent analytical, organization and problem-solving skills
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast paced, quickly growing manufacturing organization
• Self-starter comfortable working in an environment with evolving roles and responsibilities
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment
• Ability to work with management and staff members in multiple offices, reporting directly to the company Controller