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Superior Essex · 3 weeks ago

Accounting Operations Director

Atlanta, GA

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

8+ years exp

Superior Essex is a manufacturing organization seeking a Director of Accounting Operations to lead day-to-day financial activities. The role involves overseeing transaction processing, cost accounting, and financial reporting while ensuring compliance and driving process improvements.

Manufacturing

Responsibilities

Manage daily accounting operations including AP, AR, General Ledger, and Cash Management

Oversee cost accounting and manufacturing financial processes, including standard cost updates, variance analysis, BOM and routing accuracy, and production order review

Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and year-end closes

Maintain and oversee inventory accounting, cycle counts, and annual physical inventory

Prepare and review financial statements, management reports, and analysis of key performance indicators

Ensure compliance with USGAAP and IFRS, company policies, and regulatory requirements

Coordinate and support external audits, tax filings, and internal control reviews

Develop, implement, and monitor accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls across all locations

Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, and supply chain leaders to provide financial insights on production efficiency, material usage, scrap, and labor performance

Support capital project financial assessments and ROI analysis

Support M&A activities and post-integration

Serve as a financial resource for operational decision-making, cost-reduction initiatives, and pricing strategies

Manage accounting controls of several companies in different ERP environments

Partner with IT on ERP enhancements, system automation, and reporting improvements

Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing accounting team

Set clear performance expectations and support professional development

Foster a culture of continuous improvement, service orientation, and process excellence

Qualification

Cost accountingFinancial reportingUS GAAPERP systemsAnalytical skillsCompliance knowledgeLeadershipCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsTime-management skills