Accounting Manager

We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to support financial operations for a Contract position based in Providence, Rhode Island. This role will lead core accounting activities, strengthen financial oversight, and deliver accurate reporting that supports business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, leadership capability, and the ability to keep month-end close and compliance processes running efficiently. Responsibilities: • Lead day-to-day accounting operations across the general ledger, payroll, financial reporting, billing, and collections functions. • Develop and refine accounting controls, budgeting practices, and financial procedures to promote accuracy and reduce risk. • Direct the preparation of regular financial statements, business performance reports, cash flow projections, and forecasting materials for leadership review. • Manage month-end close activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and timely completion of financial records. • Oversee internal and external audit support by reviewing accounts, coordinating documentation, and ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and reporting standards. • Provide financial insight related to capital planning, pricing strategy, contract review, and broader short- and long-range business objectives. • Monitor adherence to local, state, and federal financial requirements, including tax planning activities throughout the fiscal year. • Evaluate accounting workflows, policies, and procedures, then recommend and implement improvements to strengthen operational effectiveness. • Supervise, mentor, and assess accounting team members while supporting hiring, onboarding, and ongoing staff development initiatives. • Proven experience leading accounting operations in a management-level role. • Strong background in month-end close, including the ability to finalize financials within tight deadlines. • Hands-on expertise with general ledger management, journal entries, and account reconciliation. • Experience supporting financial statement audits and working with external auditors. • Solid understanding of internal controls, financial compliance, and regulatory reporting requirements. • Ability to analyze financial results and present practical recommendations to management. • Demonstrated leadership skills with experience overseeing staff performance, training, and team development. 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.