Accounting Manager
Location : Attleboro Falls, MA | Full-Time | On-Site
Salary : $90,000 - $100,000 (potential flexibility based on experience) Bonus potential Duration : Permanent, direct hire
About the Company
For over 100 years, our client - a family-owned organization has operated a U.S.-based manufacturing company. With a strong sense of tradition, craftsmanship, and community, they offer a stable and employee-focused environment that values long-term growth and collaboration.
The Role : Accounting Manager
We're seeking an experienced, hands-on Accounting Manager with a background in small to mid-sized businesses and a strong track record in both day-to-day accounting and team leadership. This is a highly visible role reporting directly to the VP of Finance, perfect for someone who enjoys working across all levels of the company - from the shop floor to the C-suite.
What You'll Do
Oversee A / P, A / R, Payroll, and general ledger activities
Manage month-end and year-end close with accurate and timely reporting
Lead and mentor a small accounting team (A / R clerks, A / P, staff accountant)
Support cost accounting and analyze manufacturing inventory / production variances
Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and manage cash flow
Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal controls
Drive process improvements and increase efficiency
Coordinate with external auditors and support annual audit processes
Work closely with operations, plant management, and leadership on cross-functional financial initiatives
Who You Are
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (required)
5+ years of accounting experience, with 2+ years in a leadership role
Proven success in a hands-on role - you're comfortable rolling up your sleeves
Experience working in a small to mid-sized company, preferably manufacturing
Strong understanding of cost accounting, inventory, and ERP systems (Syteline a plus)
Syteline ERP system experience or similar ERP experience and proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Able to work fully on-site, with occasional Saturday coverage (every 6-7 weeks from 7 : 00a-11 : 00a)
Why Join?
Stable, family-run business
Collaborative, tight-knit finance team
Real impact - your work directly supports business decisions
Great work-life balance - most employees finish by 5 PM
Strong employee tenure
Direct access to senior leadership - your voice will be heard
Growth opportunity
Bonus potential + end-of-year 401(k) company match
As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.
Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California's state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly's Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California's state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.
Accounting Manager • North Attleboro, MA, US