Accounting Manager

$100,352 - $178,192/Yr

Armtec Defense Products - Coachella, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Onsite - Coachella, CA

251-500 employees

Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Accounting Manager at Armtec Defense Technologies plays a crucial role in overseeing the finance function within the company. This position requires effective interaction with all levels of the organization and involves leadership and hands-on management of various accounting activities. The role is essential for ensuring compliance with financial regulations and supporting the company's objectives through accurate financial reporting and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly closing, financial reporting, and analysis in a compressed 3-day reporting schedule.
• Assist with the consolidation of financial data for quarterly business unit presentations.
• Develop business analyses to identify areas for improving financial performance.
• Participate in cost productivity reviews and validate cost savings.
• Support BU Controllers in managing cost accounting activities for accurate product cost information.
• Monitor operational activities for compliance with internal control procedures and SOX requirements.
• Coordinate all external audit activities and provide timely audit schedules.
• Oversee all account reconciliations to ensure timely completion.
• Manage Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions.
• Train and develop all members of the Accounting Team.
• Evaluate the Accounting Team workload and streamline processes as required.
• Assist with system process improvements and upgrades.
• Maintain the highest ethical standards and adhere to Armtec's ethics and business conduct policies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive Accounting and Finance experience.
• CPA or CMA preferred.
• Experience working in a manufacturing company required.
• Experience in Financial Planning & Analysis, Financial Accounting, and Cost Accounting required.
• Demonstrated ability to understand a business's strategy and link it to financial initiatives.
• Experience managing people, projects, and tasks effectively.
• Strong communication skills to interact at all levels within the organization.
• Highly computer proficient, including advanced capabilities with Excel.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a large or mid-sized corporate accounting environment.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, develop, and retain associates within the finance organization.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with generous company contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA - Medical & Dependent Care)
• Life and Accident Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Parent Leave Pay
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Vacation
• Sick Leave
• Holidays (9 paid holidays including holiday shutdown weeks in July and December)
• 401(k) matching
• Tuition Assistance