Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager

SS&PF is a locally owned business originated in 1976 and located NSL Utah. Our plant consists of 18 acres and includes 100,000 square feet of production area. With over 100 teammates and an annual revenue of $35M we fabricate simple and complex projects for the Western US industrial market.

The Accounting Manager will oversee the daily accounting operations and ensure accurate and timely financial reporting. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys both managing and mentoring a small accounting team while remaining hands-on with transactional accounting, reconciliations, and month-end close processes. The Accounting Manager will collaborate with ownership, operations, and external accountants to maintain financial accuracy, ensure compliance with GAAP, and support strategic business decisions.

Compensation $70K-$110K DOE. | Bonus potential available

Key Responsibilities

Financial Operations & Reporting

- Prepare and review monthly financial statements and supporting schedules

- Perform and review account reconciliations (bank, AR, AP, inventory, fixed assets, etc.)

- Ensure accuracy and timeliness of data entry and journal postings

- Maintain general ledger integrity and month-end close procedures

- Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management

- Support external accountants with annual reviews or audits

Team Leadership

- Assist and train 2–3 accounting staff members handling AR, AP, and payroll

- Establish clear procedures and quality standards for transactional processing

- Provide coaching and performance feedback to ensure team efficiency and accuracy

Compliance & Controls

- Ensure GAAP compliance and proper internal controls

- Support tax preparation and filings by maintaining accurate supporting schedules

- Coordinate with external auditors, bankers, and insurance partners as needed

Systems & Process Improvement

- Manage and improve accounting systems and workflows (NetSuite or QuickBooks)

- Identify opportunities to streamline processes and automate recurring tasks

- Maintain documentation of accounting policies and procedures

Qualifications

Education

- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required

- Master’s in Accounting (MAcc) or MBA preferred

Experience

- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 1–2 years in a supervisory role

- Experience in a small to mid-sized manufacturing or construction company preferred

Skills

- Strong knowledge of full accounting cycle and GAAP

- Hands-on experience with QuickBooks Desktop/Online or NetSuite

- Paycom experience for payroll

- Advanced Excel and financial analysis skills

- Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities

- Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Certifications

- CPA preferred but not required

Benefits

- 401(k) with employer contribution

- University of Utah Healthcare Insurance

- PTO up to 3 weeks plus holidays

- Educational reimbursement

- Dental & Vision options

- Family scholarship program

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- 401(k)

- 401(k) matching

- Dental insurance

- Health insurance

- Life insurance

- Paid time off

- Tuition reimbursement

- Vision insurance

Work Location: In person