Operational Accounting Manager

Operational Accounting Manager

Croda is a FTSE100 organization driven around our purpose of Smart Science to Improve Lives. With over 6,000 employees across 39 countries, we are focused on the research and development of novel and highly sustainable raw materials for the Life Sciences and Consumer Care sectors.

We are passionate and excited about how we can develop and utilize new technologies to shape and inspire changes within an ever-growing marketplace. As our business looks to deliver its ambitious strategy of growth, we are looking for an Operational Accounting Manager to join our team.

You will be responsible for coordinating all the financial requirements for the operations

function of the company.

What You'll Be Doing:

Be part of a team that values diversity, sustainability, and continuous innovation, where your ideas and contributions matter.

• Manage the reporting of performance of the plant sites, 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. Projects will typically be in the region for 1 year.
• 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 within the country/region, ensuring that all financial and reporting deadlines are met.
• Responsible for managing inventory including the conducting of physical inventories, adhering to inventory disposal process, reporting and managing auditors for year-end physical counts.
• The development of real-time SAP reporting to allow management to make key decisions is essential.
• Support project engineers with the development of business cases for capital projects and will monitor and analyze capital spending on a monthly basis.
• Ensure that projects include corporate sustainability requirements while staying within the budget and completed in a timely manner. There is therefore an element of persuasion within the role as it is the incumbent's responsibility to advise on compliance with budgets.
• Responsible for the annual budget and forecasting for operations. This will include coordinating with operational personnel and the Financial Planning & Analysis Manager. Much of this data is technical financial information which requires specific financial knowledge.
• Project management: lead and complete complex projects as needed. Responsible for reviewing opportunity cost and saving initiatives.

Who We're Looking For:

At Croda, we believe our people are the heart of our success. We are committed to fostering an environment where you can grow, make a meaningful impact, and thrive.

• 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 ERM 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

Don't meet all the qualifications? We still encourage you to apply At Croda, we believe diverse perspectives and unique experiences drive innovation and strengthen our team.

What We Offer:

Join a global organization with countless opportunities for growth and leadership.

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
• Company paid and voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short and long term disability
• Paid Holidays

And more

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

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, colour, 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.

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