Accounting & Finance Manager

redShift Recruiting

  • Latham, NY
  • Today
  • $110,000 Per Year
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Description

⭐⭐⭐ Finance & Accounting Manager ⭐⭐⭐
Salary: Up to $110,000/year; Based on experience
Location: Latham, NY area (Hybrid)
Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred
Experience: 5+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience required

Our client is seeking a hands-on and forward-thinking Finance & Accounting Manager to lead and scale financial operations within a growing organization nearLatham, NY. This is a high-impact opportunity for an accounting and finance professional who enjoys building processes, improving systems, and partnering closely with leadership to support long-term growth.
The ideal candidate will bring strong accounting fundamentals, operational finance experience, and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities across accounting, payroll, compliance, and financial planning in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities of the Finance & Accounting Manager will include:
  • Manage core accounting operations including accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash management, and corporate card administration
  • Lead month-end and year-end close processes and maintain accurate financial records
  • Prepare reconciliations for bank accounts, loans, credit cards, and balance sheet accounts
  • Deliver timely financial reporting and provide insights to leadership teams
  • Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities
  • Establish and maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with GAAP
  • Identify and implement process improvements, automation initiatives, and workflow efficiencies
  • Partner with executive leadership and department managers on financial matters and strategic decisions
  • Communicate financial trends, risks, and opportunities proactively to leadership
  • Manage payroll operations, tax reporting, and related accounting activities
  • Coordinate employee benefits administration, open enrollment, and retirement plan processes
  • Maintain relationships with payroll vendors, benefits brokers, retirement administrators, and outside accounting partners
  • Ensure timely filing and payment of payroll, sales/use, and business taxes
  • Coordinate audits, insurance reporting, workers' compensation reporting, and compliance activities
  • Prepare required federal, state, and local filings, including 1099 reporting


Qualifications for the role of Finance & Accounting Manager:
  • 5+ years of progressive accounting, finance, or business operations experience
  • Experience working in a small or growing business environment preferred
  • Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and internal controls
  • Experience overseeing payroll, benefits administration, retirement plans, and compliance activities
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting/payroll systems
  • Experience coordinating with external vendors, CPAs, and service providers
  • Highly organized, self-directed, and capable of managing priorities independently
  • Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
  • High level of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred
  • CPA, CMA, MBA, or similar certification preferred
  • Experience with QuickBooks Online preferred
  • Experience in professional services, legal, consulting, insurance, or service-based industries is a plus

About Us:
redShift Recruiting is the region's premier recruiting agency with over 100 years of combined experience in the recruiting field. We specialize in permanent, temporary, and temp-to-hire positions, connecting skilled professionals with top employers across the region.

To see a full listing of all our open positions, please visit:
https://www.redshiftrecruiting.com/jobs-hiring-near-me

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LocationLatham, NY

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