Accounting Manager

Robert Half • Scottsdale, AZ • 5h ago

Description

Robert Half Management Resources is looking for an experienced Accounting Manager for one our clients on an interim basis. This role will oversee day-to-day accounting activities, support leadership with meaningful financial insights, and help maintain strong reporting accuracy across the organization. The ideal candidate brings a hands-on background in closing processes, reconciliations, and financial oversight, along with the ability to guide teams and improve business performance through sound analysis.

Responsibilities:

Lead daily accounting operations, ensuring financial activity is recorded accurately and supported by appropriate documentation and approvals.

Oversee monthly and annual close cycles, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and review of general ledger activity.

Prepare financial statements, internal management reports, budgets, and forecasts to support informed business decisions.

Monitor compliance with applicable tax regulations, internal controls, and accounting standards while helping safeguard company assets.

Evaluate financial results, identify performance trends and variances, and present practical recommendations to improve short- and long-range outcomes.

Partner with leadership on profit planning, annual budgeting, and financial scenario analysis for operational and strategic initiatives.

Support capital spending reviews by analyzing major projects and ensuring financial information is complete before executive or board review.

Review audit observations and control issues regularly, driving corrective actions and confirming ongoing compliance.

Provide coaching, guidance, and clear procedures to accounting staff and other employees involved in financial processes.

Requirements - Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; equivalent practical experience may also be considered.

At least 8 years of progressive accounting experience with broad knowledge across core accounting functions.

Prior experience in a manufacturing environment, including exposure to operational finance and cost-related activities.

Strong command of month-end close, general ledger management, journal entries, and account reconciliation.

Experience preparing financial reports and supporting financial statement audits.

Solid understanding of internal controls, standard accounting practices, and regulatory compliance requirements.

Advanced analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with the ability to explain findings clearly to management.

Proficiency with Excel, Word, and accounting systems, along with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

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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