Accounting Manager

Robert Half • Troy, MI • 1h ago

Description We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to provide steady financial leadership for a Long-term Contract assignment supporting a higher education organization in Troy, Michigan. This role will oversee core accounting operations, strengthen financial controls, and deliver accurate reporting that supports sound decision-making during a period of leadership change. The position is well suited for a hands-on finance leader who can guide daily activities, maintain compliance deadlines, and help keep budgeting, cash management, and close processes on track.

Responsibilities:

Direct daily accounting activities, including oversight of cash flow, financial records, and internal controls to support stable finance operations.

Lead the monthly close cycle and ensure financial results are finalized within the required reporting timeline.

Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, ensuring payments and collections are handled accurately and in accordance with agreed terms.

Review banking activity across institutional accounts, supervise reconciliations, and monitor deposits, withdrawals, and overall cash position.

Coordinate with internal partners to align funding draw schedules, payroll-related expenses, and other cash planning needs.

Manage preparation for the annual audit and support timely completion of required tax filings and related financial documentation.

Produce month-end financial statements and variance analysis to monitor operating performance and compare budget to actual results.

Update and track budget assumptions, including benefit cost changes, while building a consistent monthly budget monitoring process.

Supervise and mentor accounting staff members, providing guidance, prioritization, and day-to-day leadership to the team.

Support finance processes involving systems such as banking platforms and accounting tools, including Blackbaud and related operational applications. Requirements - 5+ years of progressive accounting or finance leadership experience, including ownership of month-end close and financial reporting.

Strong knowledge of general ledger management, journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end accounting procedures.

Experience supporting financial statement audits and working with external auditors to meet reporting deadlines.

Proven ability to manage cash flow, budgeting, and budget-versus-actual analysis in an operational finance environment.

Advanced Excel skills with the ability to analyze data, build reports, and improve financial tracking.

Experience leading or supervising accounting team members and partnering effectively with cross-functional stakeholders.

Familiarity with banking platforms and financial systems; exposure to Blackbaud or similar tools is helpful.

Ability to work onsite in Troy, Michigan, with a schedule of Monday through Thursday onsite and remote work on Friday.

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.

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