Accounting Manager

Description Robert Half is reviewing candidates for a renowned services company for an ambitious, determined Controller. This leadership role oversees an accounting and clerical department. The Controller plans and directs all accounting operational functions, handles the accumulation and consolidation of financial data for internal and external financial statements, evaluates accounting and internal control systems, and leads departmental staff. This company has very competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and ample opportunity for career growth. We are looking for someone who motivates others through a positive professional attitude; exhibits integrity, reliability and leadership; and is able to provide exceptional client services by managing self and others with a sense of urgency, practicality and accountability. You will also be responsible for key decision making and the ability to challenge, negotiate and influence the team. As a leader, you will encourage innovative ideas that are sound and progressive, challenge the status quo, and support creativity in your area of responsibility. Based in the Clarence, New York area, this opening for a Controller is a permanent position.Key responsibilitiesAdvance Finance Department initiatives, such as software and systems implementation and other departmental or firm-wide improvements, as needed, with research, planning and implementation

Give executive committee and partners monthly financial reports

Collaborate with executive team and partners to support efficient and effective firm-wide operation

Manage the creation of the annual budget and forecasts and monitor them on a monthly basis

Inspect deliverables of self and team to ensure that they meet client expectations

Manage the timing for monthly billing and other cash management techniques to make sure cash collection is on time

Manage monthly and annual close of income statement and balance sheet, the reconciliations of accounts, and G/L analysis

Manage daily cash and prepare cash-flow reports, projecting cash needs at weekly and monthly intervals

Takes action on items beyond formal job responsibilities

Manage finance department operations, including accounts payable, billings & collections, and payroll

Evaluate, apply and refine policies, procedures, controls and most methodologies Requirements - Solid understanding of Annual Financial Reporting

Annual Audited Financial Statements experience required

BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, Economics or other business related field

Outstanding technology, analytics and management experience required

Advanced credentials such as a Masters of Business Administration / MBA or Certified Public Accountant / CPA are preferred

Prior experience in a public accounting environment is highly valued

Demonstrated ability to build and deliver effective presentations to audiences with wide-ranging backgrounds

Comfortable working in a changing and dynamic environment

Be detailed, flexible, and organized

Ability to communicate verbally and in writing effectively throughout all levels of the company

Exemplary analytical, quantitative and social skills

Self-starter and strong ethical standards

Ability to meet deadlines

5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including as a Controller preferred

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