Accounting Manager

Marmon Utility LLC

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

POSITION SUMMARY
Reporting to the Controller, the Accounting Manager plays a key leadership role within the Finance & Accounting department, overseeing Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), and Compliance/Audit operations. This role ensures timely, accurate, and GAAP-compliant financial reporting, supports internal/external audits, and drives continuous process improvement.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

General Accounting Responsibilities

• Month end, quarter end, and annual close management as well as completing key journal entries and accruals, review and approval of accounting team journal entries, and reconciliations/leadsheets. Assist with post-close analysis and reporting requirements.
• Support Controller in month-end close and financial reporting deliverables
• Prepare and analyze financial reports to assist management decision-making
• Provide backup support for payroll processing during primary staff absences, ensuring continuity and accuracy of employee compensation.

Accounts Payable Oversight

• Manage and develop the Accounts Payable team
• Approve weekly AP payments (ACH, wire, check) and travel & expense reimbursements
• Oversee corporate credit card program, including usage monitoring, policy enforcement, and semi-annual card limit review
• Maintain and enhance AP automation software and workflows to ensure compliance and efficiency
• Review and approve AP journal entries, accruals, and GL reclasses
• Review monthly reconciliations and reporting related to AP and assigned accounts

Accounts Receivable Oversight

• Supervise AR processes, including invoicing, cash application, credit management, and collections
• Monitor AR aging and partner with business units to drive timely collections
• Oversee customer credit evaluations and ensure adherence to internal credit policies
• Support AR reporting and forecasting
• Review monthly reconciliations and reporting related to AR and assigned accounts

Compliance & Audit

• Ensure compliance with internal control procedures and corporate policies
• Coordinate responses to external and internal audit requests
• Manage internal audit rotation of internal focus areas and drive continuous improvement
• Maintain proper documentation and audit trails for financial transactions
• Participate in policy reviews and updates in response to regulatory or corporate requirements
• Partner with IT to maintain data integrity across integrated financial systems, reporting platforms, and business intelligence tools.
• Support Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance activities

Leadership & Team Development

• Manage and mentor accounting staff and identify skill gaps and coordinate training
• Lead or participate in cross-functional projects related to system upgrades, automation, or process improvement
• Serve as liaison with corporate finance, auditors, and other external parties as needed
• Provide backup support for critical accounting functions as necessary
• Perform additional duties and ad hoc financial analysis as assigned to support departmental and organizational objectives.

Continuous Improvement:

• Identify opportunities to enhance processes, improve efficiency, and reduce manual effort through automation and standardization strategies.
• Work closely with the Accounting/Finance team through ongoing continuous improvements projects.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, and accounting regulation updates,

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related Business Management discipline.  Minimum of 6 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing or data-intensive environment. At least 2 years of experience in an accounting management or supervisory role.

Technical Skills:

• A strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office products with advanced skills in Excel
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g. Axiom, SAP, Oracle)
• Experience with Hyperion, OneStream, or corporate consolidations reporting preferred
• Experience with AP/AR automation tools and software preferred
• Working knowledge of Smartsheets, PowerBI, or similar reporting tools preferred

Professional Competencies:

• Excellent management and supervisory skills
• Excellent analytical, organizational skills, and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks effectively
• Must possess good judgement and decision-making skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with team and other departments
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Occasional travel may be required to collaborate with other teams or facilities.

• The Finance department is located on a second-floor mezzanine accessible only via stairs.

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to [email protected], and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.