An effective Accounting Manager will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and adept at collaborating with all levels of the organization.

Key Responsibilities in the Role:

Oversee all accounting tasks including payables, accruals, and receivables. Ensure integrity of accounting data, including setting and maintaining controls over GL structure. Compiling account reconciliations as part of monthly close process, preparing or approving entries, etc.

Banking management for vendors and complete check runs /wire transfers for approval.

Fixed asset subledger management

Inventory subledger oversight with involvement in physical inventory count reconciliations

Complete monthly, quarterly and year end journal entries timely for corporate close. Prepare and maintain reliable account reconciliations for review and approval, with direct responsibility over all balance sheet accounts for CT-based business, and oversight for Canadian location.

Understand and maintain adequate documentation regarding internal control environment.

Support internal and external audits by providing requesting documentation timely.

Fill out monthly, quarterly and annual reporting forms required by parent company.

Provide support during the monthly forecasting and annual budgeting processes

Collaborate interdepartmentally at both businesses to develop and track key performance metrics. Understand business processes and products for financial analysis input.

Oversight of payroll at both businesses, recording weekly/bi-weekly journal entries and managing any reporting needs

Other ad hoc reporting as required

Key Competencies:

Exceptional working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, and other office applications. Advanced excel formulations and macros for data management is an asset.

Excellent communication, presentation, and problem-solving skills

Proven financial analysis and reporting skills with a strong eye for detail

Strong understanding of business processes

Skills

Accounting, General ledger, Reconciliation, Month end, Journal entry, Accounts payable, Financial statement, Gaap, Financial reporting, Fixed asset, excel database

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, or Accounting (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

CPA or work experience equivalent

3-5+ years experience. Manufacturing experience an asset

Experience with ERP systems preferably Sage X3

Familiarity with multi-currency transactions

ADP experience an asset

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $65000.00 - $80000.00/yr.

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Referral program
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Pawcatuck,CT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 26, 2025.

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.