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Accounting Manager Job in Brunswick, Ohio US

Accounting Manager

Beacon Hill Staffing Group, LLC - Brunswick, OH

Posted: 2/13/2026 - Expires: 3/15/2026

Job ID: 293199465

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Job Description

Beacon Hill was founded to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing.

Position: Accounting Manager

Location: Cleveland

Industry: Manufacturing

About the Role

We are seeking a results-driven finance and accounting professional to support operations at our Cleveland-area manufacturing facility. This role serves as a key business partner to plant leadership, providing financial insight, performance reporting, and cost analysis to drive efficiency, profitability, and strong internal controls.

You will play a hands-on role in monthly close activities, budgeting, cost accounting, inventory oversight, and capital project support, while ensuring compliance with corporate financial standards. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys being close to operations and influencing decisions with data.

Key Responsibilities

* Own plant-level accounting activities, including preparation and posting of journal entries
* Manage and coordinate the monthly financial close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
* Develop and analyze plant financial statements, providing clear explanations of results and variances
* Prepare post-close performance reports with meaningful insights and recommendations
* Lead the annual budgeting process and ongoing forecast updates for the plant
* Oversee standard cost updates and annual cost roll for manufactured products
* Maintain and analyze product, project, and operational costs
* Monitor spending and ensure appropriate cost controls are in place
* Partner with plant leadership to improve operational efficiency and financial performance
* Evaluate the financial impact of current operations and proposed initiatives
* Proactively identify financial risks or performance gaps and recommend corrective actions
* Ensure compliance with internal policies, procedures, and control requirements
* Oversee inventory cycle counts and support annual physical inventory processes
* Assist with capital expenditure requests and track project completion and spend
* Manage fixed asset activity, including capitalization, transfers, and retirements
* Track cost savings initiatives and prepare required reporting
* Support continuous improvement initiatives across the plant
* Reconcile plant-related balance sheet accounts
* Support internal, external, and statutory audits as needed
* Provide ad hoc analysis and support to finance and operations leadership
* Occasional travel to other manufacturing sites may be required
Qualifications & Experience

* Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
* CPA, CMA, MBA, or equivalent professional credentials preferred
* 3-5+ years of progressive experience in cost accounting or plant finance within a manufacturing environment
* Strong understanding of management accounting, inventory accounting, and cost structures
* Experience working under IFRS or similar reporting standards
* Advanced analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and explain results clearly
* High level of proficiency in Excel and financial reporting tools; PowerPoint experience for presentations
* Strong systems aptitude; experience with ERP systems such as SAP preferred
* Experience with Power BI or other data visualization tools is a plus
* Proven ability to manage projects, prioritize work, and operate independently
* Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset
* Demonstrated ability to partner with operations and leadership teams
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Job Summary

Employment Type:
Full Time Employee
Job type:
Regular Employment
Skill Based Partner:
No
Education Level:
High school graduate
Work Days:
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
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Graphic Literacy: 6

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