Lead Accountant – Fabrication

ENFRA

. Oversee and manage cost accounting functions supporting financial accuracy and operational decision-making .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeLong Beach • Mississippi • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in cost accounting, financial reporting, and compliance with generally accepted accounting principles. Proficient in managing budgets, analyzing financial results, and utilizing ERP systems for data management and reporting.

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Cost Accounting ManagementFinancial ReportingBudgeting and ForecastingERP Systems ExperienceCPA Certification

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Hard Skills

Financial AnalysisGeneral Financial AccountingJournal Entry PreparationVariance AnalysisInventory ReconciliationBilling ProcessesLabor Cost AnalysisProductivity MetricsKPI DevelopmentSales and Use Tax Compliance

Soft Skills

Excellent Organizational SkillsAttention to DetailEffective Communication SkillsAbility to MultitaskTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteJDE Enterprise OnePower BI

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA Certification

Industry Keywords

Fabrication Shop AccountingManufacturing Financial PracticesOperational Decision-MakingRevenue RecognitionAccounts Payable Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee and manage cost accounting functions supporting financial accuracy and operational decision-making
Prepare financial and productivity reports
Analyze and review financial results and communicate results to management
Provide support for billing, revenue recognition, and the annual budget process
Review job setup forms and track labor, material, subcontract, burden, and overhead costs by work order, project, or job
Analyze direct labor charging, overtime allocation, labor rates, fringe, shop burden, and overhead absorption
Support daily and weekly reviews of shop order performance and prepare productivity metrics and KPIs
Oversee inventory receiving and issuance, monitor inventory balances, approve cycle counts and adjustments, and facilitate monthly inventory reconciliation
Monitor and reconcile unvouchered liabilities and accounts payable related to material receipts
Prepare journal entries, support balance sheet reconciliations, run monthly income statements, and analyze variances against budgets and forecasts
Support billing processes, monitor revenue recognized versus billings, and review accounts receivable for timely collections
Support compliance with sales and use tax requirements
Lead the annual budget process and support monthly estimates and forecasts
Assist with ERP and data management projects, including ERP, Power BI reports, and dashboards
Train administrators and operational personnel on financial tools and identify operational inefficiencies and reporting gaps

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Accounting
5-10 years experience
Knowledge of general financial accounting
Understanding of and ability to adhere to generally accepted accounting principles
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Written and verbal communication skills and ability to work well with others and follow supervisory instructions in a corporate environment
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Detail-oriented and willing to tackle various ongoing projects in a fast-paced environment
Versed in the industry and the Company's competitors
Ability to multitask and perform duties outside of the scope of work when necessary
0-15% travel to job site(s)/office locations
Certification as a CPA preferred
Experience with JDE Enterprise One preferred
Previous accounting experience with a fabrication shop or manufacturer preferred
Ability to climb stairs
Ability to assess the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of assigned work
Ability to remain stationary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods
Ability to repeat motions that may include wrists, hands, and/or fingers
Ability to adjust and/or move objects up to 20 pounds

Benefits

Comp & perks

Opportunity to advance careers in a supportive environment
Continuous learning and development
Collaborative and inclusive workplace culture
Equal Opportunity Employer
e-Verify program participation