Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager

Pomona, CA

Client Opportunities Accounting Manager / Regular Full-time / On-site

GHJ Search and Staffing serves as the recruitment division of GHJ, a prominent national accounting and advisory firm. Our team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. GHJ's relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand client's needs, attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential.

About the Company

Our client is a leading manufacturer dedicated to producing high-quality, durable products for commercial, residential, and industrial applications. With a strong reputation for innovation, sustainability, and exceptional customer service, the company continues to grow its market share nationally.

Position Overview

The Accounting Manager will oversee day-to-day accounting operations, manage the month-end close process, and ensure compliance with GAAP and internal controls. This individual will lead a small accounting team, collaborate cross-functionally with operations, supply chain, and sales, and play a critical role in providing timely and accurate financial reporting to support business decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Manage the month-end close process, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis.
• Prepare and review management reports, including profitability analysis, cost accounting summaries, and budget-to-actual reports.
• Partner with operations to monitor and analyze production costs, labor efficiency, and material variances.
• Oversee inventory accounting, cycle counts, and reconciliation processes.
• Ensure accurate standard costing for manufactured products and coordinate annual cost roll-ups.
• Maintain and enforce internal controls to safeguard company assets.
• Support external audits, tax filings, and other regulatory compliance requirements.
• Ensure proper documentation of accounting policies and procedures.
• Supervise, coach, and develop accounting staff.
• Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture within the accounting department.
• Collaborate with plant managers, procurement, and sales teams to support operational decision-making.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling.

Qualifications

Compensation & Benefits

$90,000 - $115,000 a year