OB TITLE: Accounting Manager / Controller (GAAP-Compliant)
Location: Moran Iron Works - Onsite
Reports To: Vice President of Operations (VPO)
About Moran Iron Works
Moran Iron Works is a leading fabrication and manufacturing company serving maritime, industrial, and large-scale structural markets. We rely on precision, accountability, and operational integrity. We are seeking an experienced accounting professional who can elevate our internal financial operations.
This role is mission-critical to ensuring our books are clean, our reporting is accurate, and our external accounting partners receive complete and timely data for tax filings and financial oversight
POSITION SUMMARY
The Accounting Manager / Controller is responsible for all internal accounting functions, ensuring absolute adherence to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), maintaining accurate financial records, and preparing timely internal reports.
This role serves as the primary liaison to our outside accounting firm, providing clean, organized, audit-ready information to support corporate taxes, annual financial reviews, and long-term financial planning. The ideal candidate is disciplined, detail-focused, and committed to building strong, consistent financial processes.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Financial Management & GAAP Compliance
- Maintain accurate general ledger, journal entries, and reconciliations.
- Ensure all accounting practices meet GAAP standards with zero exceptions.
- Manage month-end and year-end close processes with precision and predictability.
- Monitor financial health indicators including cash flow, AP/AR, job costing, and inventory accuracy.
- Prepare internal financial statements for VPO and executive leadership.
Coordination With External Accounting Firm
- Serve as the primary point of contact for all tax and audit-related activities.
- Provide timely, complete, and organized financial data for:
- Corporate tax preparation
- Annual or quarterly reviews
- Financial audits
- Compliance reporting
- Collaborate on improvements in financial structure, reporting, and forecasting.
Internal Controls & Process Improvement
Operational & Manufacturing Support
- Oversee job cost tracking, project financials, WIP reporting, and production-related costing.
- Work with Operations, Purchasing, and Project Management to ensure accurate coding, cost capture, and inventory valuation.
- Provide financial insights supporting operational planning, budgeting, and strategic decision-making.
Team Leadership & Accountability
- Oversee daily work of accounting staff (if applicable).
- Train employees on proper financial procedures and documentation standards.
- Maintain a culture of accuracy, timeliness, and integrity.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required
Preferred
WHAT THIS ROLE MUST DELIVER
This position is accountable for producing the following, reliably and on schedule:
- Accurate monthly financials
- Organized, audit-ready records
- Clean, timely data for tax filing
- Clear financial reporting for leadership
- Strong, documented internal controls
- Predictable and compliant accounting operations
WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS
Moran Iron Works is entering a renewed phase of operational discipline and strategic visibility. Clean financials are essential to:
- Supporting responsible leadership decisions
- Strengthening our relationship with external accountants
- Ensuring compliance for corporate filings
- Accurately understanding job performance and cost structures
- Maintaining long-term financial health
We are looking for a professional who takes ownership, operates with integrity, and brings confidence and clarity to our accounting functions.
TAKING CARE OF OUR MOST IMPORTANT ASSET, YOU!
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Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Delta Dental
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VSP Vision Coverage
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Long- and Short-Term Disability
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Employer Paid Life Insurance
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401k Plan with 100% Company Match up to 4%
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Quarterly Profit Sharing
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Employee Referral Program
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Paid Time Off
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Continuing Education Programs and Support
