Accounting Manager - Pompano Beach, FL

Join Robert Half in our search for a dynamic Accounting Manager to lead core accounting functions in a shared services environment supporting multiple manufacturing entities and plants. This pivotal role in Pompano Beach, Florida, offers a competitive salary around $120,000-$140,000, with opportunities to drive financial accuracy, operational efficiency, and strategic partnership across the organization. If you thrive in manufacturing accounting, excel at close processes, and have expertise in inventory and variance analysis, this position is your next career step.

About the Role

As the Accounting Manager, you will oversee financial reporting, internal controls, and efficient month-end close processes for diverse manufacturing operations. Reporting to senior finance leadership, you'll collaborate with FP&A, plant managers, and supply chain teams to deliver actionable insights. This shared services role demands precision in general ledger management, reconciliations, and journal entries while fostering a culture of continuous improvement through automation and standardization. Ideal for seasoned professionals passionate about manufacturing finance in Pompano Beach, FL, this full-time position offers stability and growth within a forward-thinking organization partnered with Robert Half.

Key Responsibilities

Your day-to-day impact will include:

• Managing end-to-end monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes across multiple manufacturing entities to ensure timely and accurate financials.
• Overseeing general ledger activities, account reconciliations, and detailed journal entry reviews for compliance and accuracy.
• Supervising high-performing shared services teams handling accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), and complex inventory accounting.
• Ensuring robust inventory accounting practices, including standard costing methodologies, variance calculations, reserves management, and physical cycle counts.
• Conducting in-depth reviews of manufacturing variances such as labor, overhead, purchase price variance (PPV), and material usage to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Supporting advanced cost accounting initiatives and margin analysis to inform pricing and profitability strategies.
• Partnering closely with plant operations leaders and supply chain professionals to monitor and enhance financial performance.
• Maintaining stringent internal controls and SOX compliance standards to mitigate risks.
• Facilitating smooth external audits, internal audits, and ad-hoc financial requests.
• Championing process improvements, standardization efforts, and automation tools to streamline shared services operations.
• Contributing expertise to ERP system implementations, upgrades, and integrations for seamless financial data flow.
• Building and mentoring a talented accounting staff, fostering professional development and high performance.

These responsibilities position you at the heart of manufacturing finance, where your leadership directly influences operational success.

Required Qualifications

To excel in this Accounting Manager role, candidates should possess:

• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline; Master's or MBA preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3 years in a manufacturing or shared services capacity.
• CPA, CMA, or equivalent certification highly desirable.
• Deep expertise in inventory accounting, standard costing, manufacturing variances (labor, overhead, PPV, usage), and cycle counts.
• Proven experience managing close processes, GL reconciliations, and AP/AR teams.
• Strong familiarity with ERP systems like SAP, Oracle, or Infor, including implementation support.
• Demonstrated success in internal controls, SOX compliance, and audit management.
• Excellent analytical skills for cost accounting, margin analysis, and variance reporting.
• Leadership experience in supervising and mentoring accounting professionals.
• Cross-functional collaboration skills with operations, FP&A, and supply chain.
• Track record of driving process automation, standardization, and efficiency gains.

Robert Half prioritizes candidates with manufacturing industry exposure and a passion for Pompano Beach's vibrant business community.

Why Join Us

Partner with Robert Half for unparalleled career support, accessing top-tier manufacturing clients in Pompano Beach, FL. Enjoy a salary of $120,000-$140,000, comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401(k) matching, PTO, and bonuses. Benefit from flexible arrangements, professional training, and networking in South Florida's thriving economy. This role offers long-term stability, advancement, and the chance to shape financial strategies in a shared services hub. Apply today to elevate your accounting career with Robert Half!

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