Accounting Manager

Robert Half • Portage, MI • 4d ago

Description We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to join our team in Portage, Michigan. This is a contract position with the potential for a long-term opportunity, offering a hands-on role in overseeing financial operations and ensuring smooth day-to-day accounting processes. The ideal candidate will be independent, detail-oriented, and capable of providing accurate financial insights to leadership while maintaining integrity and sound judgment.

Responsibilities:

Manage daily bookkeeping activities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

Process payroll for a team of under 40 employees, with a focus on exempt staff.

Oversee accounts payable operations, including the weekly processing and distribution of approximately 100 checks.

Maintain and monitor cash flow to ensure financial stability and address forecasting needs.

Prepare financial reports and provide regular updates to leadership on the company's financial status.

Utilize QuickBooks Online to manage general ledger entries and reconciliations.

Conduct month-end close procedures and ensure all accounts are reconciled.

Handle banking activities, including bank reconciliations and cash deposits.

Manage revenue streams, including payments through cash, credit cards, checks, and Stripe.

Collaborate with leadership to develop financial forecasts and strategies. Requirements - Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience, preferably in a hands-on role.

Proficiency in QuickBooks Online and other financial software.

Strong knowledge of payroll processing and accounts payable procedures.

Demonstrated experience with month-end close, general ledger management, and account reconciliations.

Ability to oversee cash flow forecasting and maintain accurate financial reports.

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Strong communication skills and ability to work independently while keeping leadership informed.

High level of integrity and sound judgment in all financial matters.

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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