<p>We are seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee day-to-day accounting operations for a company based in Birmingham, Alabama. This role will lead core accounting functions, including general ledger management, month-end close, and financial reporting, while supporting a variety of accounting areas across the organization. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership experience, a solid technical accounting foundation, and the ability to drive accurate and timely financial results.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the month-end close process, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting</p><p> • Oversee general ledger activity, including account reconciliations and financial statement preparation</p><p> • Review and approve journal entries to maintain accuracy and integrity of financial records</p><p> • Manage and develop the accounting team, providing guidance, coaching, and support</p><p> • Partner with leadership to analyze financial results and provide insights for decision-making</p><p> • Support external audits and ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal controls</p><p> • Develop, improve, and enforce accounting policies and procedures</p><p> • Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure alignment between accounting and operational teams</p><p> • Assist with fixed asset accounting, including tracking, capitalization, and depreciation</p>
<p>We are partnering with a growing organization to identify a Financial Systems Director to lead and support financial and accounting systems across the business. This role sits at the intersection of Finance and IT, focused on improving systems, reporting, and processes that support accounting and financial operations. The ideal candidate is someone who understands how accounting works but also enjoys working with systems, data, and process improvement.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Lead the administration, optimization, and ongoing support of financial and accounting systems</li><li>Partner with Finance and IT to improve system functionality, integrations, and data flow</li><li>Support financial reporting by ensuring data accuracy, consistency, and accessibility</li><li>Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve efficiency through system enhancements</li><li>Assist with system implementations, upgrades, and enhancements, including testing and documentation</li><li>Troubleshoot system issues and serve as a key resource for end users</li><li>Maintain data integrity across financial systems and related platforms</li><li>Develop and support reporting tools, dashboards, and ad hoc analysis</li><li>Collaborate with accounting and finance teams to align systems with business needs</li></ul><p>Why This Role</p><ul><li>Opportunity to play a key role in improving and shaping financial systems</li><li>High visibility across Finance and IT leadership</li><li>Blend of technical systems work and business impact</li><li>Stable organization with opportunity for growth and long-term impact</li></ul><p>For immediate consideration, apply now or contact Bryan Rushing with Robert Half, Birmingham AL.</p>
We are looking for a meticulous and driven Cost Accountant to join our growing team in Calera, Alabama. This is a contract opportunity with the potential for a long-term position, ideal for someone with a strong foundation in cost analysis and manufacturing processes. The role offers significant growth potential and the chance to work closely with production teams to drive operational efficiency and profitability.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Collaborate with production teams to analyze and monitor job costs, including material and labor usage, to identify variances and improve efficiency.<br>• Support month-end close processes by preparing reconciliations and ensuring accurate financial reporting.<br>• Allocate material and labor costs to specific jobs, maintaining precise records for project cost tracking.<br>• Assist in the analysis of manufacturing processes to optimize resource utilization and profitability.<br>• Review and reconcile transactional entries in the accounting system for accuracy and completeness.<br>• Work closely with operations and materials teams to provide insights on cost savings opportunities.<br>• Analyze unit manufacturing costs for various product types, ensuring alignment with company standards.<br>• Contribute to the preparation of financial reports and presentations for management.<br>• Act as a key resource for cost accounting and financial planning within the organization.<br>• Participate in production meetings to gain a deep understanding of operational workflows and challenges.