Accounting Manager

Description We are in search of an Accounting Manager, based in Wakefield, Massachusetts, United States. This role will be pivotal in our organization, focusing on driving the monthly financial close process, managing cost systems, and assisting with audit and compliance activities. Your expertise in accounting, particularly in the manufacturing and equipment/engineering environment, will be highly valued in this role. This is a contract employment opportunity.Responsibilities: Efficiently carry out the monthly financial close process ensuring accurate results. Develop and review General Ledger account reconciliations. Assist with audit and compliance activities as necessary. Maintain and update required documentation in the Corporate SOX database. Develop and manage cost management systems and policies. Assist with the preparation of monthly forecasts and the annual budget, focusing on manufacturing cost and working capital. Drive the monthly/quarterly SOX testing. Monitor inventory cycle counts and engage in cost accounting. Oversee other duties as assigned. Utilize skills in BlackLine, Concur, ERP, Accounting Functions, Accounts Payable and Receivable, Auditing, Quarter-end activities, Month-end Close Activities, and Financial Reporting.Requirements Proficiency in BlackLine and Concur software Advanced knowledge of ERP - Enterprise Resource Planning Comprehensive understanding of Accounting Functions Experience in handling Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) Proven skills in Auditing Familiarity with Quarter-end and Month-end Close Activities Ability to perform month-end tasks efficiently Expertise in Financial Reporting Knowledge of Inventory cycles in a business environment Experience in Manufacturing Cost Accounting 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 (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-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.© 2024 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .