We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to lead core accounting operations in Birmingham, Alabama. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who can guide a team, strengthen day-to-day processes, and maintain accuracy across the general ledger and close cycle. The right candidate will be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, supporting staff development, and partnering on hiring as the team grows.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead daily accounting activities while overseeing the integrity of the general ledger, journal entries, and account reconciliations.<br>• Manage the month-end close process to ensure timely, accurate reporting and consistent adherence to accounting standards.<br>• Supervise and mentor accounting team members, providing coaching, performance feedback, and development support.<br>• Identify staffing needs and participate in interviewing and onboarding efforts for additional accounting personnel, including potential staff-level hires.<br>• Review accounts payable activity and related financial transactions to maintain proper documentation and accuracy.<br>• Coordinate audit preparation and support financial statement audit requests by organizing schedules, reconciliations, and supporting records.<br>• Use Excel and other reporting tools to analyze financial data, resolve discrepancies, and improve visibility into results.<br>• Adapt to shifting priorities and multiple concurrent deadlines while helping the department operate effectively in a dynamic environment.
Robert Half is partnering with a growing, multi-entity organization to identify a strategic and hands-on Director of Finance to lead financial operations and support continued business growth. This is an exciting opportunity for a finance leader who enjoys going beyond traditional accounting responsibilities to influence business decisions, improve financial visibility, and drive organizational transformation. The ideal candidate will bring a strong accounting foundation, proven leadership experience, and the ability to balance financial oversight with strategic planning, financial modeling, and business partnership. Key Responsibilities Provide strategic financial leadership and serve as a trusted partner to operating company leadership. Oversee month-end close activities, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting while focusing on review, analysis, and process improvement rather than day-to-day transaction preparation. Review account reconciliations, journal entries, and balance sheet activity to maintain financial accuracy and strong internal controls. Lead, mentor, and develop a team of six, fostering accountability, collaboration, and detail oriented growth. Support organizational decentralization initiatives, including the separation of legal entities and development of standalone balance sheets and entity-specific reporting processes. Improve financial visibility and reporting to support operational performance, planning, and decision-making. Oversee the settlements function responsible for independent contractor payment processing. Partner with billing and collections teams to support evolving processes and greater operating company autonomy. Collaborate with corporate finance and FP&A leadership on financial analysis, modeling, forecasting, and strategic initiatives. Identify opportunities to streamline workflows, strengthen financial processes, and leverage technology and AI tools to improve efficiency.
Robert Half is continuously seeking experienced Staff Accountants for opportunities with growing companies throughout the Birmingham area. We partner with organizations across a variety of industries, including healthcare, manufacturing, construction, nonprofit, detail oriented services, and distribution, that are looking for accounting professionals to support their finance teams. <br> Responsibilities Prepare and post journal entries Assist with month-end and year-end close processes Perform account and bank reconciliations Analyze general ledger accounts and resolve discrepancies Prepare financial reports and support financial statement preparation Maintain fixed asset schedules and depreciation records Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as needed Support audits and special projects Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards