Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager / Senior Accountant (High-Growth Opportunity) 📍 Madison, Indiana (Relocation Available) 💰 $80K – $100K + Bonus + Strong BenefitsA growing manufacturing organization is seeking a high-impact Accounting Leader to partner directly with the Controller and help strengthen the accounting function. This role is ideal for a top Senior Accountant ready to step into an Accounting Manager track, or an Accounting Manager who thrives in a hands-on, high-visibility environment.The Controller is currently carrying much of the accounting workload and is looking for a trusted partner to help lead the function, improve processes, and oversee key financial activities. You will play a central role in driving financial accuracy, strengthening reporting discipline, and mentoring accounting resources, including coordination with an offshore accounting team.This is a career-building role with direct exposure to senior leadership and clear growth potential.What Makes This Role AttractiveDirect partnership with the Controller and strong leadership exposureOpportunity to help shape and improve the accounting functionClear path to Accounting Manager leadership responsibilitiesHigh visibility across the organizationStrong relocation package and benefitsStable manufacturing environment with operational complexityKey ResponsibilitiesServe as the right hand to the Controller, helping manage the day-to-day accounting functionOwn and maintain the general ledger, including journal entries and account reconciliationsLead month-end close processes and ensure financial reporting accuracyConduct financial analysis and trend reviews to support leadership decisionsHelp review, delegate, and oversee work performed by the offshore accounting teamIdentify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, and efficiencySupport a lean finance team, contributing across multiple accounting and reporting functionsQualificationsRequiredBachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance4+ years of accounting experienceStrong general ledger expertise including:Journal entriesAccount reconciliationsMonth-end closeLeadership experience (formal or informal):Reviewing workMentoring staffDelegating responsibilitiesStrong analytical and financial review skillsSelf-starter comfortable operating in a lean, fast-paced environmentAbility to live in or relocate to Madison, IndianaOn-site rolePreferredManufacturing industry experienceExperience supporting a Controller or senior finance leaderExperience working with offshore or shared-service accounting teamsAdvanced Excel and ERP system experience