<p>Robert Half is partnered with a leading Baton Rouge construction company in search of an Accounting Manager to oversee financial operations and ensure the accuracy and timeliness of reporting. This role requires a hands-on leader who can manage general ledger activity, drive month-end and year-end closing processes, and develop strong internal controls. The ideal candidate will possess advanced analytical skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with operational teams to enhance financial performance and streamline processes.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements to ensure compliance with regulations and accuracy in reporting.</p><p>• Manage monthly and annual close processes, including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations.</p><p>• Lead the preparation of annual budgets and financial forecasts, providing insights to support strategic decisions.</p><p>• Collaborate with the Corporate Controller to implement and maintain robust internal controls to protect company assets.</p><p>• Coordinate with external auditors, ensuring timely responses to audit requests and proper documentation.</p><p>• Identify and execute opportunities to enhance finance processes and adopt best practices for efficiency.</p><p>• Optimize workflows and reporting using Vista by Trimble (Viewpoint) systems, ensuring data integrity.</p><p>• Partner with operations and project management teams to improve job cost visibility and forecasting accuracy.</p><p>• Provide leadership to the accounting team, offering coaching, mentorship, and performance evaluations.</p><p>• Support special financial analysis projects and other duties as needed to meet organizational goals.</p>