Accounting Manager at XLI Manufacturing LLC – Rochester, New York

Accounting Manager

Location: XLI Manufacturing, LLC
Reports to: CFO
Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Summary:

The Accounting Manager oversees all accounting operations within the manufacturing facility, ensuring accurate financial reporting. This role manages the day-to-day accounting team, coordinates with all departments, and provides financial insights to support strategic business decisions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, mentor, and supervise the accounting team, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger staff.
• Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes to ensure accurate and timely financial statements.
• Manage inventory accounting for production operations.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and maintain fixed asset schedules.
• Prepare and analyze financial reports, budgets, and forecasts; provide actionable insights to management.
• Coordinate audits and liaise with external auditors as needed.
• Develop, implement, and maintain accounting policies and procedures to strengthen internal controls.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Operations, Purchasing, Production) to support financial planning and cost management initiatives.
• Identify process improvements and implement accounting system enhancements.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or CMA preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a managerial role.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred, including knowledge of inventory and production cost accounting.
• Strong proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong leadership and team development capabilities.
• Ability to communicate complex financial information effectively to non-financial stakeholders.

Working Conditions:

• Office environment within a manufacturing facility; occasional exposure to production floor may be required.
• Standard business hours with occasional extended hours for month-end or audit periods.

Pay Range: $80,000-$95,000 annually