Our client is a leading distributor of aerospace-grade and specialty metals serving the aerospace, defense, energy, and industrial manufacturing sectors. Headquartered in Plainview, NY, the company has nearly 50 years of experience supplying high-performance metals to customers throughout North America and internationally.
They are seeking a Senior Accounting Manager to provide financial leadership while maintaining hands-on oversight of accounting operations. This individual will partner closely with ownership and senior management, overseeing financial reporting, cash flow management, lender compliance, internal controls, and month-end close activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the monthly and year-end close process, including journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
- Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements, management reports, gross profit analysis, and EBITDA reporting.
- Manage cash flow forecasting, working capital reporting, and bank reconciliations.
- Prepare borrowing base certificates, covenant calculations, inventory reporting, and lender compliance packages.
- Serve as the primary contact for banks, auditors, and external CPA firms.
- Strengthen internal controls and support annual audits.
- Oversee sales tax compliance and related financial reporting requirements.
- Review commission calculations and provide profitability and sales performance analysis.
- Partner with leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial initiatives.
Qualifications
- 10+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience.
- Prior experience as a Senior Accounting Manager, Finance Director, Controller, or similar leadership role.
- Knowledge of financial reporting, general ledger accounting & month-end close.
- Experience within manufacturing, distribution, metals, wholesale, or other inventory-intensive environments.
- Knowledge of lender reporting, cash management, and internal controls.
- Experience with inventory accounting and asset-based lending facilities.
- Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical abilities.
- Familiarity with Sage 100 or comparable ERP systems.
- CPA, MBA, CMA, or similar credential preferred.
Compensation & Benefits
Salary: $170,000 $190,000 plus bonus, comprehensive benefits package, generous PTO, and a hybrid work schedule.