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Robert Half
Accounting Manager/Supervisor
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What they do
An Accounting Manager manages the accounting department of a company or organization. Directs the accounting staff that prepare financial statements and business activity and forecasting reports and tax filings. Monitors accounting data. Implements and manages accounting policies and procedures. Advises management with regard to finance decisions.
$156,151 / year median in Pennsylvania
-12% projected decline
Job Description
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to lead core accounting activities and strengthen financial operations for an organization. This role offers the opportunity to guide a team, support accurate and timely reporting, and contribute to process enhancements within a multifaceted environment. The ideal candidate brings deep accounting knowledge, strong leadership capability, and a commitment to accuracy, collaboration, and high standards.
Responsibilities:
- Direct daily accounting operations, ensuring general ledger activity is accurate, complete, and aligned with established standards.
- Oversee month-end and year-end close processes, including review of journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
- Prepare and review financial reports to support leadership decision-making and maintain compliance with reporting requirements.
- Lead audit preparation and coordinate with internal and external auditors to ensure timely and well-organized responses.
- Supervise and mentor accounting staff, setting priorities, reviewing work, and fostering career development.
- Identify opportunities to streamline workflows, strengthen controls, and improve the efficiency of financial processes.
- Manage account reconciliation activities and resolve discrepancies through thorough analysis and follow-up.
- Support accounting system optimization and contribute to financial process improvements, including work within enterprise platforms such as PeopleSoft when applicable.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
- Accounting designation or credential required.
- At least eight years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership or supervisory responsibility.
- Demonstrated expertise in financial reporting, audit support, general ledger management, and reconciliation processes.
- Experience working with enterprise resource planning systems; prior exposure to PeopleSoft is preferred.
- Proven success improving accounting procedures within a complex organizational setting.
- Strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and a high level of integrity.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work across teams and leadership levels.