We are looking for an accomplished finance leader to guide accounting and financial strategy for a regional operation in Louisville, Kentucky. This role works closely with senior leadership to strengthen financial performance, support operational decision-making, and maintain a high standard of compliance and reporting accuracy. The ideal candidate brings deep experience across budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and team leadership within a complex business environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct regional finance and accounting activities to align financial performance with business goals and operational priorities.<br>• Collaborate with executive stakeholders to shape financial plans, evaluate results, and support long-term growth strategies.<br>• Lead the preparation of budgets, forecasts, profit plans, and cash flow projections while monitoring spending and resource allocation.<br>• Manage core accounting processes, including general ledger activity, journal entries, account reconciliations, and period-end close procedures.<br>• Oversee financial analysis, modeling, and reporting to identify trends, highlight risks, and recommend actions that improve margins.<br>• Supervise key transactional and administrative functions such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, order support, and sales administration.<br>• Maintain strong internal controls and ensure adherence to accounting standards, revenue recognition requirements, and audit expectations.<br>• Coordinate annual audit activities and serve as a primary finance contact for external auditors and compliance-related reviews.<br>• Enhance financial systems, reporting tools, and operational processes to improve efficiency, accuracy, and business insight.
We are looking for a highly skilled and forward-thinking Director of Accounting to join our team in Louisville, Kentucky. This role is pivotal in shaping the financial infrastructure of our organization, driving system upgrades, and ensuring the accounting processes align with long-term business goals. As a leader in the finance team, you will oversee critical accounting functions, facilitate system transitions, and contribute to the company's growth strategy.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the implementation and migration to a cloud-based accounting platform, including requirements definition, system design, data migration, and post-launch stabilization.<br>• Develop and establish a scalable, multi-entity Chart of Accounts that supports diverse reporting needs across business divisions.<br>• Prepare and oversee consolidated financial statements while managing complex accounting areas such as intercompany eliminations and industry-specific adjustments.<br>• Design and implement automated workflows to streamline processes like accounts payable, bank reconciliations, and month-end close, reducing cycle times.<br>• Act as the primary liaison for external auditors, ensuring smooth execution of audits and regulatory compliance.<br>• Evaluate and enhance internal control frameworks to support operational efficiency and audit readiness.<br>• Build and lead the transactional accounting teams, including Accounts Payable, Cash Management, and General Ledger, while fostering team development and succession planning.<br>• Collaborate with business leaders to align financial reporting systems with organizational goals and future expansion plans.<br>• Support the transition from manual consolidation processes to automated system-driven solutions.<br>• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the finance organization to support sustainable growth.
<p>For immediate consideration contact Lisa James at (859)788-3684</p><p><br></p><p>We are looking for an experienced and driven Accounts Payable Manager to oversee the accounts payable operations at our client's corporate headquarters in Lexington, Kentucky. This role is vital to ensuring the efficiency, compliance, and continuous improvement of the company’s payables processes. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership skills, foster team development, and maintain the highest levels of detail orientation and integrity.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead and manage the accounts payable department, overseeing operations for over 2,000 vendors across multiple entities.</p><p>• Mentor and develop team members, fostering detail-oriented growth and building a high-performing department.</p><p>• Serve as the primary administrator for payables-related systems, ensuring efficient design and maintenance.</p><p>• Identify areas for process improvement within accounts payable operations and implement solutions to enhance accuracy and efficiency.</p><p>• Stay updated on regulatory requirements and ensure the company’s compliance with all applicable laws and standards.</p><p>• Oversee the preparation and submission of year-end compliance documents, including 1099 forms.</p><p>• Address and resolve vendor issues promptly to maintain strong relationships and operational continuity.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal and external teams to ensure seamless communication and issue resolution.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee and streamline financial operations within our organization. This role requires an individual who excels in managing month-end closings, preparing general ledger entries, and ensuring accurate account reconciliations. The ideal candidate will play a key role in maintaining compliance and supporting audits.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage and execute month-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.</p><p>• Oversee the preparation and review of general ledger entries to maintain data integrity.</p><p>• Coordinate and support financial statement audits by providing necessary documentation and insights.</p><p>• Perform and supervise account reconciliations to resolve discrepancies and ensure accuracy.</p><p>• Develop and implement accounting policies and procedures to maintain compliance with regulatory standards.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on financial objectives and reporting.</p><p>• Analyze financial data and present insights to senior management for strategic decision-making.</p><p>• Monitor and improve processes related to journal entries and overall accounting operations.</p><p>• Provide leadership and mentorship to the accounting team, supporting growth and development.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations in financial practices.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Assistant Accounting Manager/Supervisor to join our team in Somerset, Kentucky. This role is integral to ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of financial operations, including overseeing accounting processes and supporting departmental goals. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to lead and improve financial systems.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee the month-end closing process, including preparing and reviewing journal entries.<br>• Generate consolidated financial statements on a monthly basis and provide detailed analysis to support decision-making.<br>• Identify opportunities for improving administrative and financial systems and implement process enhancements.<br>• Contribute to the budgeting process, including the preparation of budgeted financial statements.<br>• Manage balance sheet reconciliations to ensure accuracy and compliance.<br>• Supervise accounting staff responsible for accounts payable, receivable, costing, and fixed assets.<br>• Support segregation of duties within the department and act as a backup for various accounting functions.<br>• Maintain the General Ledger and ensure user-defined statements are up-to-date and accurate.<br>• Assist in compiling materials for external audits and preparing external financial reports.
<p>Robert Half is looking for a Senior Corporate Accountant in Louisville, KY. This is a key member of the finance team focusing on compliance, financial reporting, budget/actual analysis, and supporting the Finance Director with performance improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have blended experience in public and corporate accounting. Moreover, the candidate must have strong interpersonal skills and possess a strong business acumen.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Create ad-hoc reports for various business needs</li><li>Support month, quarter, and year-end processes</li><li>Assist with consolidation of financial reports</li><li>Prepare tax documents</li><li>Compile and analyze financial statements</li><li>Manage budgeting and forecasting</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a meticulous <strong>Facilities and Special Projects Grants Manager </strong>to join our team in Lexington, Kentucky. This role will focus on managing and supporting grants and tax credit programs tied to historic preservation projects and green energy initiatives. The ideal candidate thrives in a collaborative environment, enjoys problem-solving, and is passionate about contributing to sustainability and restoration efforts.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Research and identify grant opportunities at local, state, and federal levels to fund historic preservation and green energy projects.</p><p>• Prepare, submit, and track grant applications while ensuring all required documentation is accurate and up-to-date.</p><p>• Collaborate with external vendors and contractors on solar energy and green upgrade projects by gathering budgets, pricing, and project details.</p><p>• Assist in utilizing historic tax credits and work closely with external firms managing related tax filings.</p><p>• Coordinate with the Building Commission, including architects, engineers, and legal professionals, to align project goals and present updates during monthly meetings.</p><p>• Conduct site visits to assess facilities and ensure compliance with grant requirements, typically 3–5 times per month.</p><p>• Maintain precise financial records for grants, budgets, and project expenditures.</p><p>• Communicate effectively with stakeholders, vendors, and committees regarding project progress, funding opportunities, and compliance needs.</p><p>• Stay updated on emerging grant programs, green energy incentives, and funding avenues for historic preservation.</p>