We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to support a non-profit between Kalamazoo and Lansing through a critical period of financial operations and reporting. This is a Long-term Contract position offering the opportunity to bring structure, accountability, and hands-on leadership to the accounting function while partnering closely with finance leadership. The ideal candidate will be comfortable stepping into an environment that requires both day-to-day execution and process improvement, particularly within a non-profit or higher education setting.

Responsibilities:

Lead the monthly close process, ensuring journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting documentation are completed accurately and on schedule. Partner with finance and budget leadership to prepare timely financial statements and maintain reliable reporting for organizational decision-making. Review general ledger activity, investigate variances, and resolve discrepancies across balance sheet and income statement accounts. Provide day-to-day oversight and guidance to accounting support staff involved in accounts payable, accounts receivable, and customer service-related transactions. Help stabilize and organize accounting operations by addressing backlog items, improving workflows, and strengthening internal financial controls. Support audit readiness by maintaining complete records, reconciling accounts, and assisting with requests related to financial statement reviews or audits. Contribute to fund and grant accounting activities by tracking restricted resources and ensuring transactions are recorded in accordance with applicable requirements. Utilize Jenzabar and related accounting tools to process transactions, monitor financial data, and support operational consistency within the department. Previous accounting management experience with strong ownership of month-end close and general ledger operations. Background in non-profit accounting, including experience with fund accounting and grant-related financial activity. Ability to prepare or support financial statements, account reconciliations, and journal entry review with a high level of accuracy. Familiarity with audit support procedures and maintaining documentation for financial statement audits. Experience working with accounting systems such as Jenzabar or similar enterprise platforms used in higher education environments. Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to supervise staff, set priorities, and create a solutions-oriented team environment. Stable work history and a detail-oriented approach marked by adaptability, accountability, and a positive attitude. 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 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. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice .