Cost Accounting Manager jobs in Bridgeport, CT

KP Recruiting Group is a consulting firm that provides leadership and exceptional talent to some of the world’s leading companies. Headquartered in the Midwest, KP Recruiting Group has successfully completed countless engagements in the United States, Europe and Latin America. We represent clients in all industries and all sizes. Our mission is to provide exceptional client and candidate experiences in order to get the best possible results. On behalf of our client, we are excited to present the following confidential role. We look forward to hearing from you and discussing the opportunity!

The Role:

The Accounting manager will be involved with all North American entities and be seen as a backup for the Assistant Controller.  The Accounting Manager will be an integral member of the Controller’s team, assisting with the month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring that financial statements and internal and external reporting are prepared to the highest standard. The Accounting Manager will also work closely with the Assistant Controller and with the Corporate Controller to ensure all critical components of the Controller’s organization are functioning efficiently and effectively.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

•Involved in the monthly close process to issue timely and accurate monthly financial statements in accordance with IFRS; review related account analysis for accuracy.

•General ledger maintenance (new department and account setup including department & account groups).

•Helping with external and internal audits ensuring all necessary work is performed, auditors’ questions and follow-up items are addressed to ensure the audit is completed timely and efficiently.

•Supervise 4 direct reports

•Working with the districts for inventory processing

•Collaborating and interacting with the business to foster effective partnerships

•Driving continuous improvement in accounting operations by assessing current accounting operations and offering recommendations for improvement and implementing new processes.

Requirements

• 8 years of experience in accounting, reporting, financial analysis

• Ability to travel as required up to 10%

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting / CPA desired

• Proven ability to be a collaborative partner with business groups

• Acquisition and implementation experience a plus

• Supervisory experience

• Must have the desire to thrive in a dynamic environment; able to move quickly with program implementation and maintain focus amid change.

•Excellent technical skills – Strong working knowledge of financial reporting systems (preferably HFM, Oracle, SAP

Benefits

Our client offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

401k Matching

Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)

Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays

Long & Short-Term Disability

Identity Theft Plans

Retirement & Pension Plans

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Program

Tuition Reimbursement Programs

Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities 

Parental Leave

& More