Accounting Manager

ACCOUNTING MANAGER
Location: Houston, TX
Reports To: General Manager
Employment Type: Full-Time

About Us: 

At 5K Power, we excel in delivering sophisticated electrical solutions for a variety of sectors, including critical infrastructure, education, sustainable energy, transportation, and high-rise construction. Our commitment to quality, trust, and reliability forms the cornerstone of our long-standing partnerships and diverse project portfolio. 

The 5K Power team is driven by passion, collaboration, and pride in every project. With a strong sense of shared ownership, we build lasting client relationships based on integrity, trust, and reliability—consistently delivering outstanding results. 
 

Job Summary: 

The Accounting Manager will lead and oversee all accounting functions for our panel manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for full-cycle accounting, job cost oversight, financial reporting, and internal controls while partnering closely with operations and leadership to support strategic growth. 

This position is ideal for a seasoned manufacturing accountant who thrives in a fast-paced, project-driven environment and enjoys building scalable processes, mentoring teams, and driving financial excellence. 
 

Job Duties: 

Accounting Operations & Oversight 

• Lead full-cycle accounting operations, including AP, AR, general ledger, journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations 

• Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness 

• Maintain and strengthen internal controls and GAAP compliance 

Manufacturing & Job Cost Accounting 

• Oversee job costing for engineered-to-order manufacturing projects, including labor, materials, overhead, WIP, and margin analysis 

• Partner with operations, production, and project management to ensure accurate project financial tracking 

• Review cost variances, profitability trends, and operational efficiencies 

Financial Reporting & Analysis 

• Prepare and review monthly financial statements, management reports, and KPIs 

• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning 

• Provide financial insights and recommendations to leadership for decision-making 

Leadership & Process Improvement 

• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting staff as the department scales 

• Establish clear accountability, performance expectations, and development plans 

• Foster a culture of accuracy, ownership, and continuous improvement 

Systems & Compliance 

• Optimize ERP and accounting systems (NetSuite, SAP, Sage, or similar) to support reporting and operational needs 

• Develop, document, and enhance accounting policies and procedures 

• Coordinate audits, tax filings, and work with external accounting partners 
   

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field (Associate’s or equivalent experience considered) 

• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, with strong manufacturing or industrial background 

• Advance proficiency in ERP systems (NetSuite, SAP, Sage, or similar), accounting software (QuickBooks, etc.) and Microsoft Excel 

• Deep knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls 

• Extensive experience with job costing, project accounting, and manufacturing cost structures 

• Strong leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills 

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment 

• U.S. work authorization without sponsorship 

• Ability to pass background and drug screenings 
   

Preferred Qualifications: 

• 6+ years of experience in an engineered-to-order (ETO) manufacturing environment 

• 10+ years of experience in AP, AR, and accounting 

• Prior experience managing accounting teams 

• ERP implementation or optimization experience 

• CPA or CMA (preferred, not required) 
   

Benefits: 

• Medical, STD, LTD, 401K, Dental, Vision