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7 results for Cost Accounting Manager in Birmingham, AL

Staff Accountant
  • Birmingham, AL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 45000 - 55000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half is recruiting for a Staff Accountant opportunity with an established Birmingham area company. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent accounting graduate or someone early in their career who wants to develop a broad understanding of accounting and business operations.</p><p><br></p><p>Rather than being limited to one area of accounting, this position is designed to teach how transactions flow through the entire organization and ultimately impact the general ledger. The Staff Accountant will initially gain exposure to several operational and accounting functions before progressing into more traditional GL responsibilities. The long term goal is to develop this person into a Senior Accountant.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Rotate through key operational and accounting functions to understand the full transaction cycle</p><p>• Learn how sales, shipping, receiving, inventory, accounts receivable and accounts payable impact the general ledger</p><p>• Review trial balance and general ledger activity</p><p>• Prepare account and bank reconciliations</p><p>• Prepare and process journal entries and adjustments</p><p>• Develop an understanding of the business and operations behind the numbers</p><p>• Take on additional analytical, reporting and accounting responsibilities as experience develops</p><p><br></p><p>Why consider this opportunity?</p><p>• Clear development path toward a Senior Accountant role</p><p>• Broad exposure to accounting and business operations rather than being siloed into one function</p><p>• Excellent opportunity to build a strong foundation early in your accounting career</p><p>• Strong employee retention with a history of developing and promoting employees internally</p><p>• Opportunity to learn directly from experienced accounting leadership</p><p>• Twice annual bonus opportunities, including a performance based year end bonus</p><p>• Company has previously supported remaining education costs for employees who demonstrate a strong long term fit</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration, apply now or connect with Bryan Rushing at Robert Half on LinkedIn.</p>
  • 2026-09-26T00:00:00Z
Director of Accounting
  • Birmingham, AL
  • remote
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 115000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a Director of Accounting to lead core financial activities for a growing real estate investment organization. This fully remote role combines hands-on accounting leadership with investor-facing financial support, making it ideal for someone who is comfortable managing multiple entities in a fast-paced environment. The position offers the opportunity to contribute to a lean, expanding team and help strengthen reporting accuracy, fund-level visibility, and overall financial operations. This is a fully remote position; however, we are only considering candidates located in the Central or Eastern time zones.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct the monthly close process across a portfolio of entities, assets, and investment vehicles while keeping deadlines and accuracy at the forefront.</p><p>• Prepare and post accounting entries, including accruals, prepaids, and other month-end adjustments required for complete financial reporting.</p><p>• Produce recurring financial packages and analyze results to ensure statements fairly reflect operating and investment activity.</p><p>• Evaluate balance sheet and income statement information, investigate variances, and resolve issues that could affect reporting integrity.</p><p>• Reconcile bank accounts and other key accounts to support reliable financial records and timely period-end completion.</p><p>• Coordinate with external partners and stakeholders to gather information, address reporting needs, and support ongoing investment-related communications.</p><p>• Utilize Yardi Voyager and advanced spreadsheet tools to maintain accounting records, organize reporting data, and improve workflow efficiency.</p><p>• Collaborate with the controller and broader team on ad hoc financial analysis and special projects tied to the company’s continued growth</p>
  • 2026-10-08T00:00:00Z
Accounting Clerk
  • Birmingham, AL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 55000 - 60000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are seeking a detail-oriented <strong>AP/AR Specialist</strong> to join a growing accounting team. This individual will support daily financial operations by processing invoices, recording payments, maintaining accurate financial records, and assisting with banking and administrative functions.</p><p>The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and comfortable managing high-volume transactions, multiple deadlines, and varying procedures. This role is a great fit for someone who enjoys problem-solving, takes ownership of their work, and can work independently in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Process vendor invoices, obtain approvals, and ensure accurate coding and timely payments.</li><li>Maintain vendor records and tax documentation, including assisting with 1099 reporting.</li><li>Communicate with vendors and internal teams to resolve invoice discrepancies and payment issues.</li><li>Record incoming payments, prepare bank deposits, and maintain accurate transaction records.</li><li>Monitor invoice processing systems and assist with payment verification and banking controls.</li><li>Support month-end and year-end close activities.</li><li>Provide general administrative and office support as needed.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-10-15T00:00:00Z
Senior Tax Accountant
  • Brookwood, AL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 95000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
  • About the Role Our client is seeking a talented tax detail oriented to support the Tax Director in leading the company’s corporate tax function. This is a high-impact opportunity for someone who wants to be a true business partner—contributing across tax accounting, compliance, planning, strategy, internal controls, and special projects. This role offers broad exposure to domestic and international tax matters, strategic transactions, and corporate initiatives. Key Responsibilities Support the Tax Director in managing the company’s overall tax function, including tax planning, research, compliance, reporting, and controversy matters Assist with ASC 740 / Accounting for Income Taxes, including support for financial forecasts, quarterly and year-end close, tax provisions, and related disclosures Coordinate income tax compliance processes to ensure timely and accurate filing across federal, state, local, and international jurisdictions Partner with external service providers on tax return preparation and work with tax authorities to support regulatory compliance Contribute to short- and long-term tax planning initiatives designed to reduce tax risk and improve tax efficiency Help maintain and strengthen tax-related internal controls, including SOX 404 documentation, testing, remediation, and ongoing compliance Participate in tax strategy related to mergers, acquisitions, restructurings, liquidations, financings, and other strategic transactions Provide tax guidance to internal departments and business units, including support for tax reporting packages such as depreciation, R&amp;D, and other key tax data Manage monthly sales and use tax processes, including use tax calculations, return preparation, and jurisdictional compliance Prepare business personal property tax filings and coordinate with internal teams on reporting treatment for major projects; support appeals where appropriate Work with outside advisors and internal stakeholders to identify, secure, and maintain income and non-income tax incentives, abatements, and exemptions Oversee unclaimed property reporting, including due diligence notices and state filings Assist with intercompany debt calculations, dividend timing, and equity transfers among subsidiaries Monitor investor-related compliance activities and support adherence to applicable charter restrictions Maintain tax records, documentation, and historical files in accordance with statutory retention requirements Stay current on tax law developments and industry changes, and communicate potential business impacts to leadership
  • 2026-10-15T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable Clerk
  • Calera, AL
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 24 - 26 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-focused Accounts Payable Clerk to support daily finance operations in Calera, Alabama. This Contract position is well suited for someone with a solid understanding of basic accounting practices, strong accuracy in high-volume data entry, and confidence using Microsoft Excel. The person in this role will help keep payable records current, organized, and aligned with reporting deadlines while contributing to the broader accounting team.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Enter invoice and payment information into accounting records accurately and within established timelines.<br>• Assist with accounts payable activities by reviewing transaction details and helping maintain complete financial documentation.<br>• Contribute to month-end close by preparing payable-related reports, reconciling supporting schedules, and organizing required records.<br>• Maintain orderly digital and physical filing systems so invoices, approvals, and related documents are easy to retrieve.<br>• Use Microsoft Excel to track payable activity, update spreadsheets, and support routine financial analysis.<br>• Partner with accounting staff on day-to-day assignments and provide assistance with additional projects as business needs arise.
  • 2026-10-19T00:00:00Z
Sr. Accountant - Leases & Assets
  • Birmingham, AL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 85000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to manage the accounting and reporting associated with rental assets in Birmingham, Alabama. This role focuses on lease-related transactions, asset lifecycle tracking, and financial oversight for equipment financed through a variety of structured arrangements. The position also plays an important part in period-end close, lender support, and maintaining accurate records that align with accounting standards and internal controls.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Maintain comprehensive equipment and asset records that support leasing, financing, and reporting activities across the rental fleet.</p><p>• Work closely with internal departments and external financing partners to coordinate equipment placed into structured lease or financing arrangements.</p><p>• Review lease agreements and supporting documentation to determine appropriate accounting treatment under applicable guidance.</p><p>• Set up new lease arrangements in company systems, ensuring complete documentation, accurate classification, and proper record creation.</p><p>• Monitor leased equipment activity throughout the full asset lifecycle, including additions, modifications, renewals, terminations, buyouts, transfers, and final disposition.</p><p>• Reconcile lease schedules, fixed asset subledgers, and general ledger balances on a recurring basis to support accurate financial reporting.</p><p>• Record depreciation, lease exits, residual settlements, purchase option activity, and other asset-related journal entries as needed.</p><p>• Prepare schedules and supporting documentation for month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close, while assisting with audit and lender reporting requests.</p><p>• Evaluate rental asset performance and profitability trends and recommend process improvements that strengthen lease tracking, reporting accuracy, and internal controls.</p>
  • 2026-10-08T00:00:00Z
Accounting Support Specialist
  • Birmingham, AL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 45000 - 50000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half is recruiting for an Accounting Support Specialist with an established Birmingham area company. This position reports directly to the Accounts Payable Manager and provides critical administrative and transaction support to the accounting department.</p><p><br></p><p>This is a great opportunity for someone with accounting clerk, accounts payable, billing or similar experience who enjoys a structured, high volume environment. The role includes a significant amount of hands on invoice processing and mailing responsibilities, with the opportunity to cross train and gain additional exposure to Accounts Payable.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Print and process a high volume of customer invoices each week</p><p>• Prepare invoices for mailing, including folding, stuffing and addressing envelopes</p><p>• Batch and organize invoices to ensure accurate and timely distribution</p><p>• Maintain organization and accuracy while processing hundreds of documents each week</p><p>• Assist the Accounts Payable department with administrative and transactional accounting responsibilities</p><p>• Cross train on additional AP functions as needed</p><p>• Maintain accounting records and supporting documentation</p><p>• Assist with other accounting department projects and responsibilities</p>
  • 2026-09-26T00:00:00Z