Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager Robert Half - 3.9 Syracuse, NY Job Details $70,000 - $80,000 a year 21 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Qualifications Financial close processing Balance sheet Supervising experience Bachelor's degree Cost analysis Managing accounting teams Closing the books Bachelor's degree in accounting Excel data analysis Full Job Description Nick Corieri with Robert Half is looking for an Accounting Manager to oversee core financial operations for a well-known organization in Syracuse, New York. In addition to managing two staff on the accounting team, this role is responsible for maintaining accurate records, supporting timely reporting, and strengthening day-to-day accounting processes. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting experience, sound judgment, and the ability to manage reporting, reconciliations, and audit support in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

Oversee month-end close activities and help ensure financial results are recorded accurately and delivered on schedule. Prepare and review monthly financial packages, annual budgeting materials, and supporting information for periodic reporting needs. Maintain the general ledger and related subledgers, including receivables, depreciation, operating costs, revenue allocations, and insurance-related records. Evaluate account classifications and journal entries to confirm proper coding and compliance with internal accounting standards. Perform bank and balance sheet reconciliations, resolve discrepancies, and complete settlement-related accounting tasks. Compile schedules and documentation for external audits and assist with required financial statement support. Analyze operating results, cost trends, and revenue data to provide forecasts and recommendations that support business objectives. Lead and train accounting staff while processing and reviewing journal entries and other routine accounting transactions. Track monthly parking activity and billing while contributing to special financial analyses, reconciliations, and ad hoc reporting. Support budget development and help implement accounting controls, procedures, and system-related improvements across finance operations. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply directly to this job posting and contact Nick Corieri at Robert Half for more information. BS degree in accounting with at least 5 years of accounting experience, including responsibility for month-end close and general ledger management. Strong working knowledge of journal entries, balance sheet analysis, and financial reporting processes. Experience supervising or guiding accounting staff in a detail-oriented business environment. Ability to analyze cost and revenue information and translate findings into practical recommendations. High level of accuracy, organization, and attention to detail when managing multiple deadlines. Proficiency with accounting systems and MS Excel used for reporting, reconciliations, and budgeting. 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 "," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice .