Accounting Manager

We are looking for an Accounting Manager to join our team in Canton, Georgia on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent position. This role will oversee core accounting operations, support accurate financial reporting, and help maintain an organized month-end close process. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, a hands-on approach to daily finance activities, and the ability to work effectively across multiple priorities. Responsibilities: • Direct the month-end close cycle, ensuring entries are completed on schedule and financial data is reviewed for accuracy. • Maintain and reconcile general ledger activity, resolving discrepancies and supporting reliable reporting. • Prepare and review journal entries, account analyses, and supporting schedules for key balance sheet and income statement accounts. • Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable functions to promote timely processing and strong cash flow management. • Coordinate audit support by organizing financial records, responding to requests, and assisting with documentation for external reviews. • Use QuickBooks Desktop, D365, and Microsoft Excel to manage accounting records, analyze results, and improve reporting visibility. • Partner with leadership to monitor financial performance and provide clear updates on accounting activity and closing progress. • Proven experience in an accounting leadership role with responsibility for financial close and general ledger management. • Strong working knowledge of month-end close procedures, account reconciliations, and journal entry preparation. • Experience supporting financial statement audits and preparing documentation for external reviewers. • Practical background overseeing accounts payable and accounts receivable operations. • Proficiency with QuickBooks Desktop, D365, and Microsoft Excel. • Solid understanding of accounting principles and the ability to maintain accurate, well-organized financial records. • Strong attention to detail, time management skills, and the ability to handle multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment. 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 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. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use and Privacy Notice.