<p>We are looking for an experienced Human Resources (HR) Manager to join our team on a contract basis. This role requires a proactive and adaptable individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can contribute effectively to various HR functions, including payroll management, benefits administration, compliance, and employee relations. The position involves working closely with the HR team to support organizational goals and ensure smooth operations.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee payroll processes for both union and non-union employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.</p><p>• Administer benefits programs and assist employees with enrollment and inquiries.</p><p>• Handle employee relations matters, providing guidance and resolution to support a positive workplace environment.</p><p>• Manage recruitment efforts, particularly for sales positions, and facilitate onboarding for new hires.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with labor laws and company policies, conducting audits as necessary.</p><p>• Collaborate with the HR Director and team to streamline processes and improve overall efficiency.</p><p>• Utilize HRIS systems to maintain accurate records and generate reports.</p><p>• Assist with interim support for payroll and compliance-related tasks.</p><p>• Provide on-site HR presence daily, fostering strong communication and support for staff.</p><p>• Contribute to creating a hybrid work model while maintaining effective HR operations.</p>
<p>Dana Klier from the Rochester, NY Robert Half office has been engaged by a local company to find their next Director of Financial Reporting. The Director of Financial Reporting is responsible for overseeing the preparation and delivery of accurate, timely financial statements and reports. This role ensures compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements while providing financial insights to support strategic decision-making. The position plays a critical role in maintaining the integrity of the organization’s financial reporting processes.</p><p><br></p><p>For confidential consideration, please apply or email your resume to Dana Klier out of the Rochester, NY Robert Half office.</p><p><br></p><p>Core Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Lead the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and supporting schedules</li><li>Ensure accuracy, consistency, and timeliness in all financial reporting</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies</li><li>Develop and document company-specific accounting policies as needed</li><li>Design, implement, and maintain internal controls to safeguard financial data</li><li>Manage the external audit process, including coordination with auditors and resolution of audit findings</li><li>Analyze financial data to identify trends and provide actionable insights</li><li>Support strategic planning and executive decision-making with financial analysis</li><li>Partner with the Director of Operational Finance, Director of FP& A, Accounting Manager, and tax team to align on reporting requirements and best practices</li><li>Engage and lead internal and external stakeholders to drive financial strategy</li><li>Supervise and mentor staff accountants</li><li>Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth</li><li>Lead recruitment, retention, and performance management efforts</li><li>Oversee financial reporting systems to ensure efficiency and accuracy</li><li>Develop and monitor the monthly financial close checklist</li><li>Continuously review financial data for accuracy and consistency</li><li>Identify and resolve discrepancies or potential issues proactively</li></ul><p>Position Requirements:</p><ul><li>Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field</li><li>CPA certification or actively pursuing certification</li><li>Minimum of 10 years of experience in financial reporting or public accounting, preferably within the construction or engineering industry</li><li>Expertise in Percentage of Completion or Construction Accounting</li><li>Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal controls over financial reporting</li><li>Experience managing a comprehensive financial close process</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint</li><li>Familiarity with ERP/accounting systems</li><li>Proven leadership experience, including team management and development</li><li>Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills</li></ul>
<p>Hannah Savage with Robert Half is seeking a highly skilled and experienced <strong>Assistant Director of Payroll</strong> to join her client's team in the higher education sector. This role is ideal for a payroll professional with <strong>5+ years of experience</strong> and deep knowledge of <strong>Workday payroll software</strong>. The Assistant Director will oversee the day-to-day payroll operations, manage a high-volume payroll process, and lead a dedicated team, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and efficiency across the board. This role is a hybrid opportunity, but candidates must be based out of Rochester, NY.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee the full payroll cycle for a large, multi-state employee population within a higher education setting</li><li>Supervise and support the payroll team, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with policies and regulations</li><li>Leverage <strong>Workday</strong> to manage and optimize payroll processing, reporting, and data integrity</li><li>Partner with HR, Finance, and other departments to coordinate payroll activities and resolve issues</li><li>Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local tax regulations, as well as institutional policies</li><li>Review and approve payroll transactions, audits, and reconciliations</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements and efficiencies within payroll operations</li></ul><p><br></p><p>For immediate, confidential consideration apply today or contact Hannah Savage with Robert Half's Rochester, NY branch today!</p>
We are looking for an experienced FP& A Manager/Supervisor to join our team in Rochester, New York. In this long-term contract role, you will play a pivotal part in overseeing financial planning and analysis activities while supporting strategic decision-making processes. This position requires a strong background in financial modeling, budgeting, and small business lending.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the development and execution of comprehensive financial planning processes, including annual budgeting.<br>• Create and maintain detailed financial models to support forecasting and strategic initiatives.<br>• Perform in-depth financial analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for business growth.<br>• Collaborate with stakeholders to provide actionable insights and recommendations based on financial data.<br>• Ensure accurate reporting of financial performance metrics and assist in preparing presentations for leadership teams.<br>• Manage and optimize processes related to small business lending operations.<br>• Monitor financial outcomes and implement improvements to enhance efficiency and profitability.<br>• Provide leadership and guidance to the FP& A team, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.<br>• Stay informed about industry trends and best practices to ensure alignment with organizational goals.<br>• Support ad hoc financial projects and analysis as required.
<p>We are looking for a Financial Planning & Analysis Manager to lead data-driven initiatives that support strategic financial and operational decision-making. This role, based in Rochester, New York, will collaborate closely with the VP of Finance to design and deliver impactful management reports, analyses, and presentations while driving business growth. The ideal candidate will combine advanced analytical skills with leadership capabilities to streamline processes, improve efficiency, and ensure the integrity of financial data.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Conduct in-depth analyses to guide decisions related to product and customer sales, pricing strategies, costing, purchasing, incentive plans, inventory control, and capital allocation.</p><p>• Collaborate with departments to develop annual budgets, long-term plans, and rolling forecasts that align with organizational objectives.</p><p>• Create detailed reports on sales and backlog activity, including customer, product, and contract-level analyses to assess volumes and margins.</p><p>• Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reports for Board meetings, including comparisons against budgets and prior-year outcomes.</p><p>• Establish and monitor operational and financial reporting systems, KPIs, procedures, and controls to enhance accountability.</p><p>• Identify and address variances between budgeted and actual financial results, offering actionable recommendations to resolve discrepancies.</p><p>• Perform ad-hoc analyses to uncover cost-saving opportunities and enhance operational efficiencies.</p><p>• Partner on internal projects, including acquisition integrations, to drive process improvements and boost productivity and earnings.</p><p>• Ensure data accuracy and consistency across systems to maintain reliable and centralized information sources.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to join our team in Penfield, New York. This role requires a versatile individual who thrives in a dynamic environment and can handle multiple responsibilities, ranging from financial reporting to overseeing key accounting processes. If you have a strong background in accounting and enjoy managing diverse tasks, this position is an excellent fit.</p><p><br></p><p>For confidential consideration, please apply or email your resume to Dana Klier out of the Rochester, NY Robert Half office.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee month-end close procedures, ensuring accurate and timely completion of all accounting tasks.</p><p>• Manage invoicing processes and ensure payroll postings are handled efficiently.</p><p>• Supervise billing operations, accounts payable (AP), and accounts receivable (AR) functions.</p><p>• Prepare and review financial reports, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.</p><p>• Handle project and cost accounting, maintaining precise records and supporting budgetary goals.</p><p>• Reconcile accounts and maintain the general ledger to ensure accurate financial information.</p><p>• Review and post journal entries to ensure proper accounting practices are followed.</p><p>• Collaborate with auditors during financial statement audits, providing necessary documentation and support.</p>
<p>We are looking for an Administrative Assistant to join our team in Rochester, New York. This role is essential in supporting our tax managers and processors, ensuring seamless operations during tax preparation and assisting with office administrative tasks. If you have experience in administrative support within services requiring precision and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Provide administrative support to tax managers and processors, facilitating efficient workflows.</p><p>• Input tax projects into the system, coordinating with operations teams and tax preparers to ensure timely completion.</p><p>• Distribute due date reports to tax processors and ensure deadlines are met.</p><p>• Communicate with clients to gather necessary tax information and provide updates as required.</p><p>• Assist the Office Manager with tasks such as corporate event planning, maintaining office supplies, and managing miscellaneous duties.</p><p>• Organize and maintain filing systems to ensure accurate record-keeping.</p><p>• Participate in extended hours during the busy tax season, including occasional Saturday shifts.</p><p>• Support smooth office operations during summer hours by adapting to reduced schedules while maintaining productivity.</p>
• Maintain a documented system of accounting policies and procedures. <br>• Create an environment of controls to ensure the safeguarding of company assets, including, but not limited to cash, inventory, fixed assets, and investments. <br>• Understand the relationship of computer and process-driven systems, ensuring controls are in place. <br>• Consistently analyze financial data and present financial reports in an accurate and timely manner; communicate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements; monitor progress and changes and keep Group Leadership informed of the financial condition of Division. <br>• Perform month-end closing process, recording journal entries and preparing monthly financial statements. <br>• Review, analyze, and reconcile all balance sheet accounts and sub-ledgers on a timely basis. Ensuring accuracy and completeness. <br>• Maintain fixed asset ledger and generate depreciation entries. <br>• Prepare all supporting documents and requests for the completion of tax returns and owner distributions as required by an external CPA firm. <br>• Create cost accounting reports related to machine and spare parts pricing. <br>• Assist company leadership in the annual budgeting and planning process; administer and review all financial plans and compare to actual results to identify, explain, and correct variances as appropriate. <br>• Prepare reports to analyze vendor activity, salary, and benefits as part of the annual budget and forecasting. <br>• Conduct an inventory analysis, such as turnover, lead time, and profit margins for planning. <br>• Ensure timely processing of customer billing, an active collection of open accounts, recording and paying vendor debts. <br>• Monitor cash and manage payables to enhance cash flow and vendor relationships. <br>• Work with executive and sales staff to determine credit worthiness of potential and current customers. <br>• Perform analysis/review for reasonableness and accuracy to provide information to the Senior Management Team consisting of backlog, bookings, commissions, open purchase orders, and key performance indicators specific to the industry. <br>• Fiduciary responsibilities as it pertains to the company 401(K) and Pension Plans maintaining compliance with ERISA. <br>• Certification and filing annual 5500s. <br>• Continually strive to improve business processes by reviewing computer systems to evaluate current and potential functionality. <br>• Work with insurance broker/agent to determine acceptable coverage in all areas of insurance, not limited to property and casualty, umbrella, officer, etc. <br>• Provide leadership in strengthening internal communications, creating, and promoting a positive and supportive work environment with associates of all levels in the company. <br>• Coordinate all audit activity with banking and financial consultants. <br>• Comply with federal, state, and local legal requirements by filing financial reports and advising management on needed actions. <br>• Work with outside attorneys and consultants as needed.
