Manager of Accounting Operations - Team Lead & Process Owner

 

5+ years of relevant accounting experience and proven supervisory skills are required A degree in Accounting or Business is required; candidates who bring a CPA designation will be given top priority for this high-impact position Pay is up to $180,000 for this high-impact management role Must be a United States citizen or Green Card holder Full-time, permanent W-2 employee No remote, this is on-site Full benefits The company location is in the Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin area

 

This full-time, permanent Manager of Accounting Operations career opportunity is with a highly stable, locally-owned manufacturing company in the renewable energy sector. This organization is defined by continuous improvement, high production efficiency, and a family-focused culture with an average employee tenure of 7 years, due to exceptional security and growth. Crucially, this position is seen as a direct pathway to future leadership roles, including a Controller position, for a successful candidate who is ready to hit the ground running.

 

The duties and responsibilities of the successful candidate will include the following:

Supervise and mentor the accounting team, overseeing all critical operational areas including Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, credit/collections, and sales/use tax processes Oversee the preparation of periodic GAAP-compliant financial statements and prepare required monthly and annual tax and regulatory reports Coordinate the annual financial audit, assist external auditors, and coordinate the preparation of the company tax return to ensure full compliance with federal, state, and local regulations Maintain the documented system of accounting policies and procedures, identifying and implementing opportunities for ongoing process improvement and best practices Maintain the confidentiality of highly sensitive business information, reporting directly to the CFO and collaborating across all levels of management

 

The background of the successful candidate must include the following:

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration is required; CPA designation is highly preferred 5 or more years of related experience is required, with proven management and supervisory skills Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and tax preparation software Experience in the commodities or agriculture industries is highly desirable Proficiency with Great Plains Accounting software (or similar major ERP) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills are essential Must be reliable, possess excellent organizational and problem-solving skills, and be able to effectively lead a team in a fast-paced environment No remote, this is on-site