Our client is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to provide leadership and support to an established accounting team during a contract engagement in Columbus, OH. This role will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring the timely completion of month-end activities, supporting financial reporting processes, and serving as a resource for staff development and process improvements. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on leader with a strong accounting background and the ability to quickly adapt within a dynamic environment.
Responsibilities- Lead and support a team of accounting professionals, providing guidance, coaching, and oversight of daily activities.
- Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
- Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial schedules prepared by staff.
- Monitor general ledger activity and ensure compliance with accounting policies and procedures.
- Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis initiatives.
- Support internal and external audit requests, including preparation of supporting documentation.
- Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, and efficiencies.
- Collaborate with finance, operations, and business leaders to address accounting and reporting needs.
- Ensure accuracy of financial records and adherence to applicable accounting standards.
Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
- 2+ years of prior supervisory or management experience.
- Strong understanding of general ledger accounting, financial reporting, and month-end close processes.
- Experience leading or mentoring accounting staff in a corporate environment.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including PivotTables, lookups, and financial data analysis.
- Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Sage, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar platforms.
- Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to quickly learn business processes and make an immediate impact within a contract assignment.
Pay Details: $35.00 to $56.00 per hour
Search managed by: Jessica Robbins
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
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