<p>Our client, a well-established and growing organization in Hartselle, Alabama, is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to lead and optimize their accounts payable operations. This is a great opportunity for a hands-on accounting professional who enjoys leading teams, improving processes, and partnering across departments in a fast-paced environment.</p><p>The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership experience, a solid accounting foundation, and the ability to drive efficiency while maintaining accuracy and compliance.</p><p><br></p><p>Position Summary</p><p>The Accounts Payable Manager will oversee the full accounts payable function, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments while maintaining strong internal controls and vendor relationships. This role will manage and mentor the AP team, support process improvement initiatives, and collaborate closely with accounting and finance leadership.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p>Accounts Payable Operations</p><ul><li>Oversee the full-cycle accounts payable process, including invoice review, coding, approvals, payment processing, and vendor reconciliations</li><li>Ensure timely and accurate payment processing while maintaining compliance with company policies and procedures</li><li>Monitor invoice workflows and resolve discrepancies efficiently</li></ul><p>Team Leadership & Development</p><ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop the accounts payable team</li><li>Conduct training, performance evaluations, and ongoing coaching to support team success and operational efficiency</li><li>Foster a collaborative and customer-service-oriented team environment</li></ul><p>Vendor Relations</p><ul><li>Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and suppliers</li><li>Address vendor inquiries and resolve payment or account discrepancies in a timely manner</li><li>Maintain accurate vendor records and documentation</li></ul><p>Compliance & Controls</p><ul><li>Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and internal financial controls</li><li>Support internal and external audit requests related to accounts payable activities</li><li>Oversee the annual 1099 process, including reporting accuracy and vendor compliance</li></ul><p>Process Improvement</p><ul><li>Identify and implement opportunities to improve efficiency, automation, and workflow processes within the AP function</li><li>Partner with leadership on system enhancements and continuous improvement initiatives</li><li>Assist with ERP optimization and implementation efforts when applicable</li></ul><p>Reporting & Month-End Support</p><ul><li>Prepare and review AP aging reports, payment forecasts, and other financial reporting as needed</li><li>Support month-end and year-end close processes in collaboration with the accounting team</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>A growing organization is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead all financial operations, compliance, and strategic planning initiatives. This role will serve as a key business partner to executive leadership and play a critical role in supporting operational growth, maintaining regulatory compliance, and strengthening financial performance.</p><p><br></p><p>The ideal candidate will have government contracting experience in manufacturing, strong knowledge of DCAA/FAR/CAS regulations, and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, project-based environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead all accounting, finance, forecasting, budgeting, and financial planning functions</p><p>• Provide strategic financial guidance to executive leadership</p><p>• Ensure compliance with FAR, CAS, DCAA, and government contracting requirements</p><p>• Oversee contract accounting across cost-plus, fixed-price, and T& M contracts</p><p>• Maintain audit readiness and coordinate government audit responses</p><p>• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting processes</p><p>• Oversee cash flow, working capital, indirect rates, and contract funding</p><p>• Develop and strengthen internal controls and compliance frameworks</p><p>• Support pricing strategies, contract negotiations, and operational growth initiatives</p><p>• Serve as the primary liaison with auditors, banking partners, and government agencies</p><p>• Lead and develop the finance and accounting team</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration, apply now or contact Bryan Rushing with Robert Half, Birmingham AL.</p>
We are looking for a Senior Accountant to join an education organization in Birmingham, Alabama on a contract-to-permanent basis. This role will support core accounting operations, produce accurate financial reporting, and help maintain strong fiscal controls across the business office. The ideal candidate brings solid experience in general ledger accounting, month-end close, reconciliations, and nonprofit financial activity, along with the ability to work carefully with internal teams and external partners.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee day-to-day accounting activities by supporting cash receipts, deposits, accounts payable, and general ledger accuracy in line with accepted accounting standards.<br>• Lead key month-end close tasks, including preparing and recording journal entries and completing detailed balance sheet reconciliations.<br>• Develop timely financial statements and management reports that provide clear insight into operating results and account activity.<br>• Maintain accounting records in Blackbaud Financial Edge, including posting journal activity and supporting the accuracy of financial data.<br>• Administer and reconcile tuition, scholarship, and related student billing transactions while responding to account questions and communicating financial obligations and policies.<br>• Review aging activity for past-due receivables each month and prepare reporting for leadership on delinquent balances.<br>• Support annual audit and tax reporting needs by preparing schedules, reconciliations, and documentation requested by auditors and the firm handling Form 990 preparation.<br>• Record gifts and contributions accurately in the general ledger and partner with advancement staff to ensure donation activity is properly reflected.<br>• Process payroll on bi-weekly and monthly cycles, remit retirement contributions on schedule, and coordinate required 1099 reporting.<br>• Track investment transactions, fixed asset activity, budget balances, and other assigned financial data while providing backup support and training within the business office as needed.
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Supervisor to join a commercial insurance organization in Birmingham, Alabama. This hybrid contract opportunity is ideal for someone who brings strong accounts receivable knowledge, delivers excellent service to both internal and external partners, and performs well in a high-volume environment. The role includes flexible weekday schedule with one to two days in the office each week.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage daily accounts receivable activities while providing responsive support to both internal teams and external customers. Supervise 5+ team members.</p><p>• Monitor incoming payments, research discrepancies, and maintain accurate records for unapplied cash transactions.</p><p>• Follow up on outstanding balances and assist with collection efforts to help improve cash flow and account accuracy.</p><p>• Use accounting systems and standard business tools to enter, review, and update receivable information in a timely manner.</p><p><br></p>