Accounting Manager

Company Description Delaware Dynamics is a stable, growth-oriented organization seeking an Accounting Manager to support its financial operations in Central, IN. The company values accuracy, accountability, and strong financial stewardship to guide business decisions. Team members are encouraged to bring forward ideas that improve processes and support long-term organizational success. The work environment emphasizes professionalism, collaboration, and integrity in all financial reporting and compliance activities.Position SummaryThe Accounting Manager oversees daily accounting operations, month‑end closing, inventory controls, cash management, and financial reporting for Delaware Dynamics. This role ensures accuracy, timeliness, and compliance across all accounting functions while supporting production continuity, customer requirements, and executive leadership. The Accounting Manager supervises two team members and serves as a key partner to the Controller.Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesCash Management, Accounts Receivable & Accounts PayableMonitor daily cash flow and provide updates to leadership.Manage vendor payments to prevent production interruptions and maintain supplier relationships.Oversee Accounts Receivable:Reconcile customer accounts and follow up on late payments.Schedule invoicing and progressive billing when applicable.Address customer credit requests and resolve credit‑related issues.Oversee Accounts Payable:Schedule invoice payments to ensure timely processing.Maintain vendor payment cadence aligned with cash flow constraints.Prepare and execute wire transfers.Payroll AdministrationProcess salaried and Hourly payroll accurately and on schedule, biweekly.Download and process 401(k) changes; update payroll totals worksheet.Download journal entries from UKG, review for missing account numbers, and import into IFS.Call in payroll ACH batch totals to KeyBank and upload ACH files through KTT.Track Highly Compensated Employee (HCE) 401(k) contributions to ensure compliance with plan parameters.Financial Reporting & ForecastingPrepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.Develop board meeting financial presentations.Maintain On‑Order/Sales Forecast reporting.Prepare cash flow forecasts—daily during constrained cash periods; weekly under normal conditions.Month-End ClosingPrepare and post recurring journal entries.Balance monthly AUTO/AERO material, labor hours, and machine hours.Update AUTO/AERO WIP spreadsheets with monthly production data.Update CAST WIP spreadsheet using CAST production data and month‑end inventory counts.Prepare COGS by balancing sales and applying costs from WIP spreadsheets.Prepare summary journal entries for Production and COGS.Complete payroll accrual and health insurance allocation entries.Perform bank reconciliations for KeyBank and First Merchants.Reconcile trial balance accounts monthly.Monitor fixed asset purchases (CIP maintained by Trish).Draft financial statements and review for abnormalities or variances.Finalize completed contract statements and review with leadership.Quarterly: complete Percentage‑of‑Completion (POC) calculations and POC financial statements for KeyBank.Compliance, Audit & Administrative ResponsibilitiesSupport CEO requests and special projects.Prepare documentation for annual financial audit.Monitor Dun & Bradstreet (DNB) status.Update PIEE password bi‑monthly.Manage SAM registration.Coordinate annual insurance renewal (fall).Manage property tax filings (May and November).Follow up on engineering software maintenance renewals.Oversee accounting, purchasing, and IT personnel.QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred but not required.5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including month‑end closing and financial reporting.Experience in manufacturing, aerospace, or job‑costing environments strongly preferred.Proficiency with ERP systems (IFS experience a plus) and payroll systems (UKG).Strong understanding of GAAP, internal controls, inventory accounting, and cash management.Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.Strong leadership, communication, and team‑development skills.