Spherion has a direct hire opening for an Accounting Manager in Broussard, LA for a global manufacturing and engineering company. The Accounting Manager reports directly to the Controller. This role requires managing daily finance and accounting operations, leading the end-to-end entity close process, and maintaining internal controls. Additionally, the position involves overseeing a team of senior accountants (1 cost accountant and 1 accountant), driving continuous process improvements, and handling special projects.
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Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm, some flexibility there
Pay: $115-125K annually and a generous benefits package
Responsibilities:
- Manage full cycle month end close of Broussard ledger with operations including distribution and manufacturing activities.
- Administers approved accounting practices to ensure that financial and operating reports accurately reflect the condition of the business and provide reliable information necessary to control operations; manage general accounting staff.
- Partner with Operational Managers to support corporate objectives and drive financial/operational targets set forth by upper management.
- Perform monthly forecasting and analysis for P&L and balance sheet.
- Proactive analysis of variances and communication of issues and opportunities to operations management
- Ensure financial results are reported accurately and timely.
Working hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Skills:
- Relevant professional certification such as CPA, CA, local equivalent or Master's in Finance or Accounting a plus.
Education:
Bachelors
Experience:
7-10 years
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or equivalent.
- 6+ years of finance experience preferably in Oil & Gas and/or Manufacturing industry including 2+ years of management experience.
- Possesses and applies a comprehensive knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
- Experience with both manufacturing and G/L accounting
- Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills.
- Experience in leading mid-sized groups.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent Excel and systems experience - current operating systems include Business Central, Microsoft Dynamics Navision, Power Bi and OneStream.
- Commitment to customer service and ability to work in team-oriented environment.
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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).