Accounting Manager
Robert Half · Raleigh, NC · 1 wk ago
On-siteAccountingFull-time
Responsibilities
- Lead and coach accounting staff, providing day-to-day direction, support, and attention to detail in development across the department.
- Oversee accounting for property, vehicle, and equipment leases to ensure transactions and reporting align with requirements.
- Review and authorize journal entries, account reconciliations, and other month-end close activities affecting assets, liabilities, and expenses.
- Prepare and analyze financial reports by evaluating account activity, identifying trends, and summarizing results for management review.
- Examine lease updates, amendments, and recalculations to confirm accuracy and proper accounting treatment.
- Support the annual budgeting cycle by supplying financial data, analysis, and related accounting input.
- Maintain a strong control environment by enforcing compliance with internal policies, Sarbanes-Oxley standards, and applicable regulations.
- Respond to accounting policy and procedure questions by researching technical guidance and translating requirements into action.
- Contribute to departmental and cross-functional initiatives, including special projects and work involving accounting systems such as lease-related applications.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
- At least 7 years of progressive accounting experience, including strong exposure to general ledger activity and month-end close.
- Prior experience supervising or mentoring accounting professionals is preferred.
- Background in lease accounting or real estate accounting is preferred, with knowledge of IFRS and related standards such as ASC 842 viewed favorably.
- Proven ability to prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, financial reports, and audit-related support.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required, with working knowledge of Word and Access.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with team members and leaders at multiple organizational levels.
- Experience with accounting and reconciliation platforms, including systems such as BlackLine or lease accounting applications, is preferred.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or business and prior experience managing a small accounting team. Experience with IFRS is a plus.
Skills
Leadership, supervision, accounting, lease accounting, financial reporting, compliance, Microsoft Excel, communication, and project management.
Benefits
A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits plan, an annual bonus, and a hybrid work schedule.