<p><strong>Accounting Manager </strong></p><p><strong>Company Overview:</strong> Join an established leader that has been transforming infrastructure and communities across the DMV for decades. This organization’s body of work covers a wide range of commercial construction, including laboratory spaces, apartment buildings, schools, hotels, logistics hubs, manufacturing sites, local government buildings, and office renovations. Their culture focuses on building relationships, professional growth, and sustainable progress—viewing each project as a chance to cultivate trust and create long-term impact.</p><p><strong>Role Introduction:</strong> This leadership role is charged with directing all core accounting functions for our client’s organization, ranging from transactional processes (payables, receivables, payroll, and job costing) to preparing and delivering accurate financial statements. The role is a strategic partner to executive leadership, sharing timely financial analysis for informed decision-making and driving best-in-class financial practices. Team development is central: the Accounting Manager guides, motivates, and enhances the skills of accounting staff to uphold quality, compliance, and ongoing process innovation.</p><p><strong>Essential Leadership Qualities</strong></p><ul><li><em>Strategic Mindset</em>: Brings clarity and forward-looking perspective, empowering teams to align with our long-term vision.</li><li><em>Relationship Builder</em>: Cultivates trust and engagement across departments; communicates recommendations effectively and motivates action.</li><li><em>Poised Under Pressure</em>: Leads with steadiness and emotional intelligence, even in evolving or complex scenarios.</li><li><em>Collaborative Spirit</em>: Champions shared achievement, fosters teamwork, and strengthens unity to reach organizational objectives.</li><li><em>Continuous Learner</em>: Pursues ongoing growth, welcomes feedback, and adapts to new challenges for sustained professional advancement.</li></ul><p><strong>Core Focus Areas</strong></p><ul><li>Supervise entire accounting lifecycle including payables, receivables, payroll, job costing, and reporting.</li><li>Coordinate and execute monthly, quarterly, and year-end closings with accuracy and transparency.</li><li>Provide business leaders with detailed financial analysis, forecasting, and variance commentary.</li><li>Track project-level budgets and expenditures to guarantee contractual adherence and correct cost allocation.</li><li>Design, implement, and maintain controls to protect financial assets, ensuring adherence to internal policies and regulatory standards.</li><li>Mentor, train, and develop accounting staff through feedback and skill-building initiatives.</li><li>Drive successful collaboration for compliance functions, audit preparation, and tax filings as required by GAAP and relevant authorities.</li><li>Leverage and optimize technology platforms to elevate accounting performance.</li><li>Maintain punctual compliance with all external reporting, business registrations, and tax obligations.</li></ul>
<p>Job Title: Accounts Payable (AP) Manager</p><p><br></p><p>Location: Newark, DE (Hybrid – 3 days onsite)</p><p><br></p><p>Reports To: Controller / Director of Finance</p><p><br></p><p>Salary Range: $70,000 – $110,000 per year (based on experience)</p><p><br></p><p>Overview:</p><p><br></p><p>The Accounts Payable Manager will oversee the full-cycle accounts payable function, ensuring timely, accurate, and efficient processing of vendor invoices and payments. This role is key to maintaining financial integrity, optimizing processes, and fostering positive vendor relationships while supporting the company’s cash flow objectives.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Major Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><p>Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the Accounts Payable team, including invoice processing, payment runs, and expense report administration.</p><p>Supervise, train, and mentor AP staff to promote accuracy, efficiency, and accountability.</p><p>Review and approve invoices to ensure correct coding, authorization, and adherence to company policies and GAAP standards.</p><p>Manage vendor relationships, addressing inquiries and resolving discrepancies promptly and professionally.</p><p>Oversee weekly, biweekly, or monthly payment cycles to ensure timely disbursement and optimal cash management.</p><p>Implement and maintain strong internal controls, improving processes and driving efficiency.</p><p>Reconcile AP accounts and support month-end and year-end close activities.</p><p>Collaborate with Procurement, Accounting, and FP& A teams to ensure accurate expense recording and reporting.</p><p>Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules, documentation, and responses to auditor inquiries.</p><p>Identify opportunities for process improvement, automation, and workflow optimization.</p><p><br></p><p>Qualifications:</p><p><br></p><p>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or equivalent experience a plus).</p><p>5+ years of progressive experience in Accounts Payable, including at least 2 years in a supervisory or management role.</p><p>Strong understanding of GAAP and AP best practices.</p><p>Experience with ERP systems such as QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or Microsoft Dynamics.</p><p>Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical ability.</p><p>Excellent attention to detail, organization, and communication skills.</p><p>Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Preferred Skills:</p><p><br></p><p>Experience in a multi-entity or manufacturing environment.</p><p>Proven success driving automation or system improvements.</p><p>Familiarity with AP automation tools such as Concur, Tipalti, or Coupa.</p><p><br></p><p>Why Join Us:</p><p><br></p><p>Collaborative and growth-oriented finance culture.</p><p>Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package.</p><p>Flexible hybrid schedule in a convenient Newark, DE location.</p>
<p>Robert Half has partnered with a reputable company and leader in their industry that is private-equity backed and continuing to expand - where they make more than just products—they manufacture success, one unit at a time!! </p><p> </p><p>Our manufacturing client runs like a well-oiled machine, and they're on the hunt for a Senior Accountant who’s ready to roll up their sleeves, jump in as the right hand to the Accounting Manager and Controller and take ownership of their responsibilities! </p><p> </p><p><strong>What You’ll Be Doing:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Own the general ledger like the superhero you are!</strong> From journal entries to account reconciliations, you’ll keep financials in check and ensure we're crossing our T's and balancing our sheets.</li><li><strong>Cost Calculation Extraordinaire</strong>: You’ll get up close and personal with the movers and shakers on the production floor, overseeing inventory accounting, analyzing cost variances, and serving as the <em>ultimate</em> cost detective.</li><li><strong>Reporting Rockstar</strong>: Prepare exceptional monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports that help the team understand “what’s up” and “what’s next” in plant performance. CFOs dream of analysts like you!</li><li><strong>Process Improvement Guru</strong>: Spot inefficiencies? Wave your improvement wand and help us optimize our systems, from ERP mastery to automating your favorite mundane tasks.</li><li><strong>Team Collaborator</strong>: Work closely with operations and management teams to translate finance into <em>human</em>. You’re basically the Rosetta Stone of accounting, bridging the gap between debits and production data.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>What’s in It for YOU?</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Competitive Compensation</strong>: We pay you for your brilliance. Simple as that! Competitive base and bonus structure with fantastic benefit package!</li><li><strong>Growth Opportunities</strong>: This role doesn’t stop at “Senior Accountant”—your career ladder climbs higher than our inventory stacks.</li><li><strong>Work-Life Balance</strong>: We work hard, but we also get that accountants need downtime and flexibility! While we need you to be in the office / plant most of the time, we offer occasional work from home capabilities during the month! </li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Ready to Maximize your potential with us?</strong></p><p> </p><p>Apply now and join the our family, where accounting prowess meets creative manufacturing magic!</p><p><em>Warning: Side effects of this job may include excessive celebration of variances resolved, uncontrollable laughter at team lunches, and a newfound obsession with plant metrics!</em></p><p> </p><p>Send your resume immediately to Tracy.Kaszuba at RobertHalf or to Tracy Kaszuba on LinkedIn.</p>