Accounting Manager

Job Description

Robert Half Management Resources is currently looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to support a Manufacturing client in Troy, Ohio. Role will provide interim support and team leadership for 3-6 months, with potential for contract-to-hire. The interim Accounting Manager will play a key leadership role in guiding core accounting operations, producing reliable financial information, and supporting sound business decisions across the company. The role also offers the opportunity to lead a small team, strengthen financial processes, and partner closely with senior leadership in a multi-site manufacturing environment. Role is based 100% at the clients location in Troy, OH.

Responsibilities:

• Direct daily accounting activities and provide leadership to a team of 4-6 professionals across general accounting, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.

• Manage the month-end close process to ensure financial results are completed accurately, reviewed thoroughly, and delivered on schedule.

• Prepare and oversee financial reporting activities, including general ledger maintenance, journal entry review, and balance sheet account reconciliations.

• Maintain compliance with accounting policies, regulatory requirements, and internal standards while reinforcing effective financial controls.

• Lead coordination for audits and tax-related accounting matters, ensuring timely support, documentation, and issue resolution.

• Work cross-functionally with commercial, operations, leadership, and corporate accounting partners to provide financial insight and support business planning.

• Drive consistency and efficiency across accounting procedures and help standardize processes across multiple locations.

• Support ongoing improvement initiatives within the accounting function, including effective use of ERP tools such as Syteline when applicable.• 5+ years of accounting experience, including leadership responsibility within an accounting or finance team.

• Demonstrated background in month-end close, general ledger management, account reconciliations, and journal entry oversight.

• Experience preparing financial reports and maintaining strong knowledge of accounting principles, procedures, and internal controls.

• Familiarity with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and tax accounting processes.

• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred, with multi-site exposure considered a strong advantage.

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and comfort working with ERP systems; Syteline experience is helpful but not required.

• Ability to work fully onsite in Troy, Ohio, five days per week.

• Strong understanding of applicable regulatory standards and the ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment.