We are looking for a Project Accountant to oversee the financial performance of project-based work in Raleigh, North Carolina. This position supports budgeting, forecasting, billing coordination, and financial analysis across multiple active projects while working closely with project managers and finance partners. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to keep project records accurate, organized, and aligned with company standards.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee the financial activity of assigned projects by tracking budgets, spending, revenue, and overall margin performance from kickoff through closeout.<br>• Build and update project budgets, forecasts, and cost outlooks to support informed planning and timely financial decisions.<br>• Examine project-related transactions to confirm accuracy, completeness, and proper account coding across labor, materials, subcontractors, and other billable costs.<br>• Coordinate invoicing support by aligning billing details with contract terms, project milestones, and internal accounting procedures.<br>• Evaluate actual results against financial plans, identify variances, and highlight potential risks or cost-saving opportunities for management review.<br>• Assist with revenue reporting, including percentage-of-completion accounting when applicable, to maintain accurate project financial statements.<br>• Prepare recurring financial reports and dashboards that summarize project status, forecast changes, and key performance indicators.<br>• Reconcile project accounts and contribute to month-end and year-end close activities, including documentation for contracts, change orders, and purchase orders.<br>• Partner with project managers, operations teams, and finance leadership to assess project health, strengthen controls, and support audit requests when needed.
<p>Our client, a growing engineering services organization based in Greensboro, is seeking an <strong>Interim CFO</strong> to provide strategic financial leadership, stabilize and optimize finance operations, and support executive decision-making during a critical transition period. This role is <strong>fully onsite</strong> and will oversee a team of <strong>10–15 finance and accounting professionals</strong>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Serve as a strategic advisor to the CEO and executive team on financial planning, performance, and growth initiatives</li><li>Lead day-to-day finance and accounting operations, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance</li><li>Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling; provide actionable insights to drive profitability and cash flow optimization</li><li>Evaluate and strengthen internal controls, processes, and reporting infrastructure</li><li>Manage month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring alignment with GAAP standards</li><li>Drive system optimization and reporting enhancements within <strong>NetSuite</strong></li><li>Partner cross-functionally with operations, project management, and leadership to align financial goals with business objectives</li><li>Support audit readiness, lender reporting, and potential strategic initiatives (e.g., scaling, system upgrades, process automation)</li><li>Coach and develop a team of 10–15 accounting/finance professionals, ensuring high performance and accountability</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for a Controller to lead the financial operations of our construction organization in Raleigh, North Carolina. This position is responsible for delivering accurate reporting, strengthening financial controls, and providing leadership with meaningful analysis to support business decisions. The ideal candidate will bring a hands-on approach to accounting oversight while working closely with project and department leaders to improve financial performance and operational efficiency.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct daily accounting and finance activities to ensure complete, accurate, and timely reporting across the organization.<br>• Manage monthly and annual closing cycles, including oversight of journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and preparation of financial statements.<br>• Provide senior leadership with clear financial reports and analysis that help guide planning, forecasting, and strategic decisions.<br>• Build and maintain strong internal control practices to support compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.<br>• Collaborate with project managers and operational leaders to monitor job costs, revenue activity, and overall project profitability.<br>• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, ensuring transactions are processed efficiently and records remain accurate.<br>• Coordinate the preparation and submission of required tax filings, including sales tax, property tax, and other regulatory reporting obligations.<br>• Review financial results, investigate variances, and implement corrective actions and process improvements where needed.<br>• Supervise, coach, and develop accounting team members while promoting accountability and continuous improvement.<br>• Support audits, special projects, cross-functional initiatives, and financial system enhancements in partnership with internal teams and external parties.
<p>Robert Half has partnered with an established growing company in the Raleigh/Cary area to assist them in hiring an Accounting Manager. The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or business and prior experience managing a small accounting team. Experience with IFRS is a plus. The Accounting Manager will guide the team, oversee lease accounting and core financial reporting activities for the organization. Additional responsibilities will include balance sheet reconciliations, journal entries and assisting with annual budgeting. The accounting manager will also ensure compliance with lease accounting standards, internal controls, and regulatory standards. The position also partners with leadership on financial analysis, budgeting support, and process-related projects that strengthen the overall accounting function. In addition to a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits plan, they also offer an annual bonus and hybrid work schedule. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead and coach accounting staff, providing day-to-day direction, support, and attention to detail in development across the department.</p><p>• Oversee accounting for property, vehicle, and equipment leases to ensure transactions and reporting align with requirements.</p><p>• Review and authorize journal entries, account reconciliations, and other month-end close activities affecting assets, liabilities, and expenses.</p><p>• Prepare and analyze financial reports by evaluating account activity, identifying trends, and summarizing results for management review.</p><p>• Examine lease updates, amendments, and recalculations to confirm accuracy and proper accounting treatment.</p><p>• Support the annual budgeting cycle by supplying financial data, analysis, and related accounting input.</p><p>• Maintain a strong control environment by enforcing compliance with internal policies, Sarbanes-Oxley standards, and applicable regulations.</p><p>• Respond to accounting policy and procedure questions by researching technical guidance and translating requirements into action</p><p>• Contribute to departmental and cross-functional initiatives, including special projects and work involving accounting systems such as lease-related applications.</p>