Senior Accountant (Mnf)

Senior Accountant (Manufacturing)
Kansas City, MS

Position Type: Full-Time
Compensation: $90,000 - $110,000 + Performance Bonus + Comprehensive Benefits
Domain Focus: Manufacturing Accounting, General Ledger, Financial Reporting, & Month-End Close

About the Opportunity

Peak to Creek Precision Staffing is partnering with an industry-leading manufacturing enterprise seeking a detail-oriented Senior Accountant to support core accounting operations, financial reporting, and month-end close activities.

Partnering closely with finance leadership and operational teams, this role is key to maintaining accurate financial records, strengthening internal controls, and delivering actionable financial insights that drive strategic business decisions. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in manufacturing accounting, ERP systems, and continuous process improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Core Accounting & Financial Reporting

• Close Execution: Manage month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timely execution.
• Financial Statements: Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with accounting standards.
• General Ledger & Reconciliations: Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations, journal entries, and general ledger maintenance.
• Audit & Compliance: Support annual external audits, tax filings, regulatory reporting, and maintain robust internal controls.

Financial Analysis & Business Support

• FP&A Collaboration: Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.
• Variance & Performance Analysis: Analyze monthly financial results, production variances, and key operational metrics to guide decision-making.
• Process Improvement: Utilize ERP systems and data analysis to streamline accounting workflows, enhance reporting efficiency, and strengthen policies.
• Cross-Functional Partnering: Collaborate with plant operations, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and subsidiary teams to support broader financial objectives.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Experience: 5+ years of progressive accounting experience strictly within a manufacturing environment.
• Technical Mastery: Deep hands-on experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, NetSuite, Oracle) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables, data modeling).
• Core Competencies: Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities with high attention to detail and excellent communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active CPA (Certified Public Accountant) license or MBA preferred.
• Experience with cost accounting, inventory valuation, or plant financial analysis.

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation: Top-tier base salary plus annual performance bonus potential.
• Benefits Package: Full health, dental, and vision coverage, plus generous PTO and paid holidays.
• Retirement: 401(k) plan with company match.
• Career Growth: Direct exposure to finance executive leadership and clear pathways for advancement within a growing manufacturing organization.