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The Lumber Manufactory · 1 day ago

Senior Accounting Manager

Tupelo, MS

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

5+ years exp

The Lumber Manufactory (TLM) is building the sustainable future of the lumber industry with next-generation sawmill technology. They are seeking a Senior Accounting Manager to lead project, inventory, and manufacturing operations accounting, partnering closely with various teams to ensure financial accuracy and operational excellence.

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Responsibilities

Own project accounting across capital projects, job costing, production initiatives, and margin analysis

Ensure accurate tracking of project costs, variances, and financial performance throughout the project lifecycle

Partner closely with engineering, production, and operations teams on budgets, forecasts, and financial planning

Provide clear financial reporting and insights on project and operational performance to the VP of Finance and senior leadership

Oversee inventory accounting, including standard costing, valuation, reserves, and physical inventory counts

Manage accounting for manufacturing operations, including cost of goods sold, labor, overhead absorption, and production variances

Analyze and explain manufacturing variances, identifying root causes and recommending corrective actions

Lead month-end close activities related to inventory, manufacturing, and operational accounts

Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and supporting schedules

Maintain and strengthen internal controls across inventory, manufacturing, and project accounting processes

Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies

Support internal and external audits, including inventory observations

Drive continuous improvement in accounting processes, controls, and systems as the business scales

Collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing, supply chain, engineering, and finance teams

Support ERP systems and enhancements related to manufacturing and inventory accounting

Adapt to changing priorities and support team and operational needs as they evolve

Qualification

Project accountingInventory accountingManufacturing operations accountingStandard costingGAAP knowledgeFinancial analysisCPA certificationAdvanced ExcelOrganizedDetail-orientedOwnership