Accounting Manager - Large, Inventory-Driven Organization

This role functions as the senior accounting leader on site and serves as a junior-controller-level partner to the VP of Finance. RELOCATION SUPPORTED. THIS JOB IS LOCATED IN GREENVILLE, SC.

The Accounting Manager/Assistant Controller Opportunity

This is not a maintenance role — it’s a build, lead, and elevate opportunity.

We are a large, privately (NOT PE) held company that helps move the world’s products by operating a national footprint with complex inventory, multi-location operations, and a growth-oriented leadership team. We’re seeking a strong Assistant Financial Controller to take ownership of the accounting function, lead a team of 5+ professionals, and help scale the finance organization alongside continued business expansion.

If you thrive in a large-company environment , enjoy operational complexity, and want a role where your work directly impacts performance, decision-making, and growth — this role delivers.

Why This Assistant Controller Role Is Compelling

• High visibility : Work closely with senior leadership and operational teams
• True ownership : You will run the controllership function, not just pieces of it
• Team leadership : Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 4–6 accounting professionals
• Operational finance exposure : Inventory, distribution, and multi-site accounting are core drivers
• Growth runway : The company is scaling, and so is this role
• Stability + upside : Private ownership with long-term strategic focus

This is an ideal role for a Controller who wants complexity, influence, and upward mobility without the chaos of a PE flip or the stagnation of a fully mature organization.

What You’ll Be Responsible For as the Assistant Controller

Financial Leadership & Reporting

• Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process across multiple operating locations
• Ensure accurate, timely financial statements (income statement, balance sheet, cash flow)
• Deliver clear variance analysis and financial insights to leadership
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes tied closely to operations

Operational & Inventory Accounting

• Oversee accounting in an inventory-driven distribution environment
• Partner with operations to ensure accuracy around inventory valuation, costing, and controls
• Identify trends, risks, and opportunities tied to margins, working capital, and throughput

Controls, Compliance & Risk

• Establish and maintain strong accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Ensure full GAAP compliance
• Coordinate with external auditors and manage audits and reviews
• Proactively identify and mitigate financial and operational risks

Team Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing accounting team (4–6 staff)
• Build scalable processes that support growth
• Foster accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement

What We’re Looking For in Our Accounting Manager

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience , including leadership responsibility
• Experience operating in a large-company environment (complex, multi-location preferred)
• Strong understanding of inventory accounting within a distribution or product-driven business
• Confident leader who can balance hands-on execution with strategic oversight
• Excellent communication skills — able to partner across finance, operations, and leadership
• Controller, Accounting manager, Senior Accountant

CPA is not required , but a plus.

Compensation & Benefits for the Accounting Manager

• Base salary: BOE
• Bonus: ~10% target
• Relocation assistance: May be available, including potential sign-on support
• Competitive benefits package and paid time off
• Controller, Accounting manager, Senior Accountant

Which Accounting Manager Thrives Here

This role is best suited for someone who:

• Enjoys complexity and scale
• Takes pride in building strong teams and clean processes
• Wants to be more than “the numbers person”
• Is energized by growth, accountability, and ownership
• Controller, Accounting manager, Senior Accountant