Accounting Manager

This salaried position will oversee all financial and accounting functions for our business operations. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of cost accounting, inventory control, and financial reporting within an industrial, mining, or manufacturing environment. This role is critical in ensuring accurate financial reporting, operational cost analysis, and regulatory compliance. This position will supervise accounting staff, support budgeting and auditing activities, analyze production and operational efficiency, and track return on investment (ROI) for capital expenditures and key initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Promote E.R. Jahna's Core Standards of Safety, People, Quality, Delivery and Cost (SPQDC).
• Use the Jahna Daily Directional Setting (DDS) Meetings along with SPQDC culture to manage all aspects of the daily business.
• Maintain a safe working environment, utilize safe working practices, and ensure safety notification & reporting processes are in place.
• Provide coaching, motivation, leadership, and support to develop a high-performance team while managing personnel issues.
• Develop action plans and measures to meet and / or exceed budgeted goals.
• Manage personnel issues including hiring, training, development, morale, and terminations.
• Collaborate with all levels of the workforce (Hourly, Plant, Area, and Senior Management) to achieve organizational goals.
• Work ethically, exercise sound business judgment, and comply with all applicable laws and E.R. Jahna policies.
• Promote and support E.R. Jahna's community business partnerships.
• Oversee daily accounting operations including general ledger, accounts payable / receivable, payroll coordination, and fixed asset management.
• Manage month-end and year-end closing processes; prepare and review financial statements for GAAP compliance and company standards.
• Maintain and analyze cost accounting records for mining production, equipment utilization, and inventory valuation.
• Monitor, track, and analyze production costs, profit margins, and operational efficiency; identify cost-saving opportunities and support continuous improvement.
• Perform ROI analysis on capital expenditures, equipment purchases, and strategic projects to assess financial viability and payback.
• Track and report ROI performance, collaborating with operations and engineering teams to optimize asset use and investment outcomes.
• Collaborate with plant managers and operations teams to gather financial data and improve cost-control practices.
• Manage budgeting and forecasting processes, providing variance analyses and strategic recommendations to senior management.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal financial regulations, including tax filings and reporting.
• Develop and enforce internal controls, accounting policies, and financial procedures aligned with industry best practices.
• Coordinate with external auditors and consultants during audits and financial reviews.
• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting staff to support a high-performance finance team.

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About the Role

This role reports to the Director of Finance and will work with the finance and operations teams to support cost-control and financial stewardship across the organization.

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