<p>Robert Half is working with a respected client in the Littleton, MA area seeking a Production Manager to join its team. This is a permanent role, reporting into the Director of Operations, managing a staff of more than 10 employees. Our client is looking for candidates from the food & beverage manufacturing space specifically. Familiarity with LEAN manufacturing and continuous improvement is required.</p><p><br></p><p>This role would be on-site 5 days per week. It's a hands on role for a growing business, so dedication to the day to day business is paramount.</p><p><br></p><p>For the right candidate our client is looking to pay the Production Manager a starting base salary up to $140K + bonuses. There's highly competitive benefits too.</p><p><br></p><p>If interested and qualified please apply to this listing ASAP, or email Bill.Nichols@roberthalf. Thanks!</p>
<p>We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented <strong>Accounting Manager</strong> to oversee the day-to-day financial operations of our privately held manufacturing company. The ideal candidate will manage the accounting team, ensure accurate financial reporting, maintain compliance with accounting standards, and provide meaningful financial insights to support business decisions. This position plays a key role in maintaining the integrity of financial data and improving accounting processes to support growth and efficiency.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Supervise and manage the daily activities of the accounting department, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and cost accounting.</li><li>Prepare, review, and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.</li><li>Ensure timely and accurate month-end and year-end close processes.</li><li>Manage inventory accounting, standard cost updates, and manufacturing variance analysis.</li><li>Oversee account reconciliations and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets.</li><li>Coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors during audits and tax filings.</li><li>Develop and implement accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to enhance accuracy and efficiency.</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.</li><li>Partner with operations and management to analyze production costs, margins, and profitability.</li><li>Provide mentorship and training to accounting staff to ensure team development and performance.</li><li>Stay current with accounting standards (GAAP) and manufacturing industry best practices.</li></ul><p><br></p><ul><li><br></li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Purchasing Manager to lead procurement operations and optimize sourcing strategies in Worcester County. This role requires a proactive leader who can drive cost efficiency, ensure supplier performance, and enhance delivery timelines, all while maintaining high-quality standards. The ideal candidate will oversee vendor relationships, negotiate contracts, and implement evaluation systems to support the company’s goals.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage the procurement of equipment, materials, and services, ensuring cost efficiency, quality, and timely delivery.</p><p>• Conduct detailed analyses of supplier operations to identify factors impacting cost, reliability, and adherence to schedules.</p><p>• Research and identify suppliers with relevant experience to ensure the availability of high-quality goods and services.</p><p>• Utilize spend analysis data to uncover strategic sourcing opportunities and improve procurement outcomes.</p><p>• Develop and execute negotiation strategies to secure favorable terms with vendors.</p><p>• Implement and maintain a robust contract management framework to streamline the contract lifecycle.</p><p>• Establish and oversee a supplier performance evaluation system to enhance vendor accountability and drive improvements.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align procurement strategies with organizational objectives.</p><p>• Provide leadership and training to a team of procurement professionals, ensuring their success and development.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><em><u>For immediate screening and consideration please call me, today. 508-205-2127. Reference the purchasing manager role posting please! Eric Lebow</u></em></strong></p>
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee financial operations at a plant in Wilmington, Massachusetts. This contract position involves managing key accounting activities and providing strategic financial support to the plant’s leadership team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting principles and a commitment to maintaining compliance and accuracy in financial practices.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Supervise and develop the accounting team, ensuring roles are clearly defined and fostering growth and attention to detail.<br>• Provide financial guidance and mentorship to the plant’s leadership and finance teams.<br>• Ensure compliance with organizational accounting standards and principles.<br>• Monitor internal controls and implement measures to improve financial accuracy and security.<br>• Lead the planning and coordination of the plant’s annual budget.<br>• Oversee month-end and year-end financial reporting and associated activities.<br>• Support inventory control processes and ensure adherence to compliance regulations.<br>• Manage production manufacturing variances and ensure accurate reporting.<br>• Maintain customer pricing files and collaborate with controllers to address pricing for major volume customers.<br>• Build strong working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders to facilitate smooth operations.
Position Overview<br>The Project Training Lead will be responsible for overseeing, coordinating and delivering the end-to-end training program for the SAP S/4HANA implementation. This role ensures that all end users are equipped with the knowledge and skills required to effectively use the new system and processes. The Training Lead collaborates closely with project stakeholders, functional teams, change management, and business units to deliver a comprehensive and effective training program. The lead will work across in-scope functions and geographies, coordinating activities and gathering information from Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), Global Process Owners (GPOs) and other program team members. <br><br>Years of Experience<br> - Minimum: 7+ years of experience in SAP training, with at least 3 years in a lead or managerial role on ERP implementation projects (preferably SAP S/4HANA).<br><br>Education & Background<br> - Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Technology, Education, or related field (Master’s preferred).<br> - SAP S/4HANA certification or equivalent experience is highly desirable.<br> - Experience in large-scale ERP transformation projects.<br><br> Technical & Functional Skills<br> - Deep understanding of SAP S/4HANA modules and business processes.<br> - Proficiency in SAP Enable Now, SAP Learning Hub, or similar training development tools.<br> - Familiarity with adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies.<br> - Experience with eLearning, classroom, and blended learning approaches.<br><br>Leadership & Soft Skills<br> - Strong project management skills; PMP or similar certification is a plus.<br> - Excellent communication, presentation, and facilitation abilities.<br> - Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple stakeholders.<br> - Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.<br><br>Preferred Qualifications<br> - Prior experience as Training Lead on at least one full-cycle SAP S/4HANA implementation.<br> - Experience in regulated industries (e.g., life sciences, manufacturing, utilities) is a plus.<br> - Multilingual capabilities or experience supporting global rollouts.
<p>We are looking for a dedicated Client Service Associate to join our team in Boston, Massachusetts on a long term contract need. In this role, you will manage daily production tasks and provide exceptional client support for the Currency Administration mandates. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and a keen interest in finance and markets. This is a long-term contract position with the potential for extension based on business needs.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Handle daily tasks for assigned Currency Administration client relationships, ensuring timely responses to inquiries and delivery of client services.</p><p>• Collaborate with regional offices to guarantee all client deliverables are completed accurately and on time.</p><p>• Apply comprehensive product knowledge by adhering to established procedures and maintaining quality standards.</p><p>• Ensure seamless communication and coordination across teams to uphold client satisfaction.</p><p>• Conduct quality assurance checks to maintain accuracy and reliability in client deliverables.</p><p>• Utilize Microsoft Excel to organize, analyze, and report data efficiently.</p><p>• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance client service processes.</p><p>• Stay informed about industry trends and financial markets to better serve client needs.</p><p>• Respond to client inquiries with professionalism and clarity, ensuring a positive experience.</p><p>• Assist in the development and refinement of team procedures to improve workflow efficiency.</p>
<p>Excellent opportunity to join a Publicly Traded Life Sciences Company in the Billerica area in need of a Senior Accountant. The Senior Accountant in a newly created position will report into the Accounting Manager and will work closely with Senior Leadership team. The Senior Accountant is responsible for preparing financial reports, performing account reconciliations, maintaining the general ledger, managing fixed assets and assisting with audit preparations. BS Degree required, MBA or CPA preferred with 5 years of experience in accounting or finance. Knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SOX compliance along with advanced Excel skills required and ability to work with large volumes of transactional data. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing Life Sciences Company with excellent technology, built out for expansion offering future growth opportunities. Strong leadership team in place, team collaborative friendly environment, onsite gym along with strong overall benefits Hybrid model (ideally 3 days on site) but flexibility when needed. Email dino.valeri@roberthalf;com or message me thru LinkedIn for immediate consideration.</p>
