Financial Accounting Manager

The Financial Accounting Manager is responsible for leading the company’s financial reporting function, ensuring the timely, accurate, and complete preparation of financial statements in accordance with company policies and applicable accounting standards.

This role serves as a key leader within the finance organization, overseeing the close and consolidation process, maintaining a strong internal control environment, and ensuring the integrity of financial data. The position also partners with finance and business leaders to provide clear visibility into financial results, key drivers, and emerging risks.

In addition to core reporting responsibilities, this individual will play a critical role in strengthening processes, systems, and data quality to support the company’s continued growth and operational complexity.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Reporting & Close

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close and consolidation processes across all business units
• Ensure the timely and accurate preparation of financial statements and management reporting packages for executive leadership, Board of Directors, and external stakeholders
• Maintain responsibility for the general ledger and financial reporting system, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and consistency of data

Systems & Data Integrity

• Oversee the integrity and structure of the general ledger, including account design, entity setup, and reporting hierarchies
• Maintain strong working knowledge of key sub-ledgers (A/P, purchasing, inventory, fixed assets, sales order) and their integration with the general ledger
• Drive continuous improvement in financial systems, reporting capabilities, and data quality, including automation and standardization efforts

Controls & Compliance

• Ensure a robust internal control environment over financial reporting, including documentation, compliance, and ongoing process improvement
• Support the annual external audit process, including coordination of audit requests and preparation of required financial schedules
• Assist in maintaining and enhancing accounting policies, procedures, and governance practices

Business Support & Financial Insight

• Provide financial visibility and insight from reported results to support understanding of performance drivers, trends, and risks
• Partner with finance leadership to support business needs through accurate and relevant financial information
• Support the annual budgeting process through financial data, consolidation, and reporting accuracy

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, coach, and develop the financial reporting team, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and professional growth
• Provide direction, prioritization, and oversight to ensure high-quality output and efficient processes
• Build organizational capability in technical accounting, reporting, and systems expertise

Projects & Continuous Improvement

• Lead and support special projects, including system implementations, process improvements, and integration of new business activities
• Identify and implement process efficiencies and improvements across financial reporting and close activities
• Support organizational initiatives related to growth, acquisitions, and finance transformation

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES/DIRECT REPORTS

• This role has three direct reports: Staff Accountant – Fixed Assets, Staff Accountant – Sales & Use Tax and Financial Accounting Supervisor.

TRAVEL

• Less than 5%.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 7+ years of progressive experience in accounting or finance, preferably within a manufacturing environment
• 3+ years of leadership or supervisory experience
• CPA, CMA, and/or MBA preferred
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, consolidation, and internal controls
• Experience with ERP systems (JDE preferred) and financial reporting tools
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, improve processes, and operate in a dynamic environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to lead through change and drive continuous improvement
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to translate financial information clearly to stakeholders
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to partner across functions
• Self-directed with a high level of accountability and ownership

VOLLRATH'S CORE VALUES

Take Ownership: Our intention is to match our actions with our words, building trust with others.  We are united in taking responsibility for the success of Vollrath as a whole.

Life Beyond Work: Our intention is to care for the well-being of every individual we engage with, understanding them as a whole person.  We strive to keep people mentally and physically safe, sending each person home in a condition to build a fulfilling life beyond work.  We encourage balance, allowing our colleagues to pursue their passions.

Treat All People with Respect: Our intention is to recognize the diverse experiences, styles, and backgrounds of others, treating everyone with dignity.  We aim to foster an inclusive culture where all team members can be their authentic selves and feel safe in voicing their perspectives.

Empower Action: Our intention is to create a workplace where every member can thrive in their growth and contributions with excitement, confidence, and psychological safety.  We support each team member with resources and tools to strengthen collaboration and performance.

Commitment to Those Who Count on Us: Our intention is to drive innovation and practical solutions through understanding the needs of our coworkers, customers, owners, and communities.  We are dedicated to proactively addressing those needs and delivering results.