Operational Accounting Manager

2 days ago – Be among the first 25 applicants Croda is a FTSE100 organization driven around our purpose of Smart Science to Improve Lives™. With over 6,000 employees across 39 countries, we focus on the research and development of novel and highly sustainable raw materials for the Life Sciences and Consumer Care sectors. We are passionate about developing and utilizing new technologies to shape and inspire changes within an ever‑growing marketplace. As our business looks to deliver its ambitious growth strategy, we are looking for an Operational Accounting Manager to join our team. What You’ll Be Doing Manage the reporting of plant site performance, including developing, maintaining, and continually refining a comprehensive performance scorecard. Maintain and manage total manufacturing and product costing, including bills of material (with Production), unit overhead rates, and overall product standard costs in line with agreed procedures. Maintain and continually challenge existing processes and procedures within the Finance and Operation departments. Analyze data for management to make strategic decisions. Supervise, direct, and develop site accountants at each manufacturing location, ensuring all financial and reporting deadlines are met. Responsible for managing inventory, including conducting physical inventories, adhering to inventory disposal processes, reporting, and managing auditors for year‑end physical counts. Develop real‑time SAP reporting to allow management to make key decisions. Support project engineers with the development of business cases for capital projects and monitor and analyze capital spending on a monthly basis. Ensure projects include corporate sustainability requirements while staying within budget and completed on time; advise on compliance with budgets. Responsible for the annual budget and forecasting for operations, coordinating with operational personnel and the Financial Planning & Analysis Manager. Lead and complete complex projects as needed, reviewing opportunity cost and saving initiatives. Who We’re Looking For Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance. MBA, CPA, and CMA preferred. Extensive manufacturing and cost accounting experience, with significant management and supervisory experience. Proficient in MS Office and an ERP software package (SAP). Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills. Ability to work within a team and to also work closely with other department heads within the company. Experience working with internal and external auditors, understanding of accounts in preparation for audits. Excellent interpersonal skills and persuasive manner. Strong knowledge of accounting standards. What We Offer The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary and benefits package including: Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage, available immediately. Generous PTO. 401K match. Wellness reimbursement. Parental leave. Career development opportunities. Company‑paid and voluntary life and AD&D insurance. Short and long‑term disability coverage. Paid holidays. Annual base salary range: $125,000.00 to $150,000.00. This range reflects the base salary the company reasonably expects to pay for this position. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, experience, education, and skill level. Additional compensation, such as annual bonuses or other incentives, may be offered based on eligibility and company policies. Additional Information This is a hybrid position based at our Princeton, NJ site. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the hiring process or experience any issues with our online application process, please email jobs@croda.com. Croda recognises employees as our strength and the diversity they bring to our workforce are directly linked to our ongoing success. We are an equal‑opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including age, race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs. This organization participates in E‑Verify. #J-18808-Ljbffr