Accounting Manager

About us

Arwood Machine, A VulcanForms Company, is a well-established ISO-9001:2008, AS9100C-certified high-precision job shop in Newburyport, Massachusetts. Founded in 1964, Arwood has continually invested in various new technologies, robotic automation, and machine tools to ensure we remain a world-class, cutting-edge manufacturer. 

Arwood Machine seeks an Accounting Manager for our Newburyport, MA location.

Job Purpose

As an Accounting Manager at Arwood Machine, Newburyport, MA, you will be in our accounting function, which a third-party service provider currently manages. VulcanForms Inc. is a manufacturer of complex, high value engineered components in serial production at the world's most powerful additive foundry. This is a small team and you will have the opportunity to help scale our accounting systems and processes. You will have the chance to work with a fast-paced team in a rapidly growing organization.

Key Accountabilities

• Oversee and manage the general accounting functions, including, but not limited to, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger, and Taxes.
• Establish internal controls and guidelines for accounting transactions and budget preparation.
• Oversee the production of periodic financial reports; ensure that the reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles or financial reporting standards.
• Audit accounts to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations; coordinate with outside auditors; and provide needed information for the annual external audit.
• Present recommendations to management on short- and long-term financial objectives and policies.
• Establish and enforce proper accounting methods, policies, and principles.
• Assess current practices and procedures and make recommendations for improvements.
• Responsible for tax planning throughout the fiscal year and assisting in filing the annual corporate tax return.
• Provides financial analysis with an emphasis on capital investments, pricing decisions, and contract negotiations.
• Develop staff by managing performance, setting goals, providing ongoing training, and maintaining strong employee relationships.
• Establish and maintain digital files and records to document transactions.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal government requirements.
• Perform ad hoc duties, analysis and projects as requested.

Qualifications

• At least 7+ years of Accounting Manager experience, preferably in the manufacturing industry,
• Familiarity with leading ERP/MRP systems, Epicor preferred.
• Excellent knowledge of Financial Statements, Balance Sheets, and General Ledgers.
• Ability to work in a situation requiring attention to detail, coupled with a high level of multitasking and prioritization needed to meet aggressive deadlines.
• Strong sense of ownership.
• Ability to direct and supervise.

Preferred

• Team player with excellent communication skills.
• Excited about taking on new challenges in the metal additive manufacturing industry and working in a fast-paced startup environment.
• Self-motivated, hands-on, practical mindset, and capable of setting and reaching ambitious goals.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance are available to you starting on your first day of employment.
• Generous time off package, including vacation PTO, sick PTO, and 14 company-paid holidays.
• 401(k) with company match and stock options.