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Accounting Manager/Supervisor
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Robert Half
Cleveland, OH (In Person)
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Job Description
Description We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to lead core accounting activities and help ensure accurate, timely financial reporting for our division in Cleveland, Ohio. This position partners closely with divisional leadership to uphold effective controls, oversee day-to-day accounting operations, and support a disciplined close process in a manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate brings a hands-on approach, strong technical accounting knowledge, and a continuous improvement mindset focused on quality, efficiency, and compliance.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee monthly accounting activities, including review of journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and general ledger accuracy to support a timely close.
- Prepare and analyze financial results for the division, ensuring reports are complete, reliable, and aligned with company policies and reporting deadlines.
- Maintain a strong internal control environment by monitoring accounting procedures, identifying gaps, and implementing corrective actions when needed.
- Supervise transactional accounting workflows and provide day-to-day guidance, coaching, and performance support to direct report staff.
- Partner with the Divisional Controller and cross-functional teams to resolve accounting issues, improve reporting processes, and strengthen operational visibility.
- Support internal and external audit activities by organizing documentation, responding to inquiries, and helping address audit findings efficiently.
- Review account activity and investigate variances to ensure transactions are properly recorded and reconciled in accordance with established standards.
- Contribute to process improvement and automation efforts within accounting systems, including SAP-related activities, to enhance accuracy and efficiency. Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
- Demonstrated experience in accounting leadership within a manufacturing or similarly complex operating environment.
- Strong knowledge of month-end close procedures, general ledger management, journal entry review, and account reconciliation.
- Experience supporting financial statement audits and working within a controlled, compliance-focused reporting environment.
- Proficiency with SAP and other accounting or enterprise systems used for financial reporting and analysis.
- Ability to manage deadlines, prioritize multiple responsibilities, and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced setting.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills with a detail-oriented and proactive approach.