<p>Chris Preble from Robert Half is partnering with a well-established, growing organization to add a Business Development Manager to its team. This role is focused on building relationships, uncovering new revenue opportunities, and re-engaging existing customers across multiple locations. The brand is already well known in the market — the opportunity lies in activating demand that already exists but hasn’t been systematically pursued. This organization has outstanding benefits and very low turnover.</p><p>This is a highly visible role for someone who enjoys connecting dots between customer data, real-world relationships, and revenue growth.</p><p><br></p><p>This role blends relationship-building, outbound business development, and data analysis. You’ll work closely with internal teams while spending time identifying opportunities others haven’t had the bandwidth to pursue.</p><p>Key responsibilities include:</p><ul><li>Build and maintain relationships with local businesses, organizations, and community partners.</li><li>Proactively identify new business opportunities across corporate events, group functions, and special events.</li><li>Re-engage past customers by analyzing historical data and following up with targeted outreach and promotional ideas.</li><li>Leverage internal data to identify high-value customers, repeat buyers, and untapped segments.</li><li>Develop outreach strategies for companies similar to existing successful clients (e.g., corporate events, large group functions).</li><li>At times, attend community events, networking opportunities, and client meetings as needed.</li><li>Collaborate with internal marketing and leadership teams to align outreach with brand initiatives.</li><li>Build relationships with local leadership and understand on-the-ground operations.</li><li>Track activity, opportunities, and outcomes to help inform future growth strategies.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Manage and oversee daily accounts payable operations</li><li>Supervise, mentor, and develop AP team members</li><li>Ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments</li><li>Maintain strong vendor relationships and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Monitor and improve AP processes, workflows, and controls</li><li>Support month-end and year-end close activities</li><li>Ensure compliance with company policies and audit requirements</li><li>Assist with reporting, cash flow planning, and ad hoc projects</li></ul>
<p>Chris Preble from Robert Half is partnering with a manufacturing organization to identify a Cost Accounting Manager professional who will play a key role in product costing, inventory accounting, and margin analysis across multiple operations. This position supports both routine and advanced cost accounting activities and works closely with operations, supply chain, and finance leadership to improve visibility into cost drivers and operational performance. This company has outstanding work life balance, great benefits and lots of opportunity for growth. There's a wide salary range because they're open to different levels of experience and will build the role around the person-skill level they hire. Very low turnover here.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Own and maintain product costing structures within the ERP system, ensuring accuracy and consistency.</li><li>Manage inventory accounting processes, including standard cost maintenance, labor and overhead rate updates, and variance analysis.</li><li>Prepare and post journal entries related to inventory, cost of goods sold, reserves, and production variances.</li><li>Perform month-end close activities related to cost accounting and inventory.</li><li>Reconcile inventory-related general ledger accounts and support cycle count and physical inventory adjustments.</li><li>Analyze product margins and cost trends, identifying drivers and opportunities for improvement.</li><li>Partner with operations and supply chain teams to evaluate manufacturing efficiency, material usage, and cost performance.</li><li>Support internal and external audits, including documentation related to inventory and cost accounting controls.</li><li>Assist with transfer pricing processes and intercompany cost structures, as applicable.</li><li>Prepare ad-hoc financial and operational analysis to support management decision-making.</li><li>Contribute to special projects and continuous improvement initiatives within finance and operations.</li></ul>
<p>Chris Preble from Robert Half is working with a Syracuse client of his that has outstanding benefits and very very low turnover. This organization is looking for a HR & Payroll Manager to join their team.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position Overview</strong></p><p> We are seeking a hands-on <strong>HR & Payroll Manager</strong> to oversee both human resources and payroll functions for a growing organization with <strong>fewer than 100 employees</strong>. This role will manage day-to-day HR operations while ensuring accurate and compliant payroll processing. The ideal candidate enjoys working in a smaller organization where they can wear multiple hats and play a key role in supporting employees and leadership. You have the ability to partner with an HR consulting firm as you need so you're never at a point of feeling alone or overwhelmed on the HR side of things. You always have support.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p><strong>Payroll Administration</strong></p><ul><li>Process full-cycle payroll for all employees, ensuring accuracy and timely payments</li><li>Maintain payroll records including earnings, deductions, benefits, and tax withholdings</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations</li><li>Manage payroll reporting, reconciliations, and year-end payroll activities (W-2s, tax filings, etc.)</li><li>Serve as the primary point of contact for payroll-related employee questions</li></ul><p><strong>Human Resources</strong></p><ul><li>Partner with external HR consultants for specialized guidance or support on complex HR matters as needed</li><li>Manage day-to-day HR operations for a workforce of under 100 employees</li><li>Support recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding of new hires</li><li>Maintain employee files and HRIS records to ensure compliance and accuracy</li><li>Administer employee benefits and assist with open enrollment processes</li><li>Serve as a trusted resource for employee relations matters and HR guidance</li><li>Ensure compliance with employment laws and internal HR policies</li><li>Assist leadership with HR initiatives, policies, and performance management processes</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Nick Corieri from Robert Half in Syracuse is working with a small CPA firm that is looking to hire their next Tax Manager. If you are currently a Sr. Tax Accountant or Tax Manager in public accounting that is looking for a better work/life balance in a small family-oriented environment, this is the job for you. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee and manage tax compliance, reporting, and filing processes to ensure accuracy and adherence to regulations.</p><p>• Provide expert guidance on tax strategies and planning to optimize financial outcomes for clients.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless integration of tax policies with accounting practices.</p><p>• Conduct thorough reviews of financial statements in compliance with GAAP standards.</p><p>• Stay updated on changes in tax laws and regulations to provide informed recommendations.</p><p>• Mentor and support entry level staff in their career development, fostering growth within the team.</p><p>• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, addressing their tax-related inquiries and concerns.</p><p>• Identify opportunities for process improvement to enhance efficiency and accuracy in tax operations.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration, apply to this job posting today and contact Nick Corieri from the Syracuse branch of Robert Half.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Bookkeeper/Office Manager to join our team in Utica, New York. This Contract to permanent position offers an opportunity to oversee essential financial and administrative functions while contributing to the smooth operation of our organization. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills and a meticulous approach to managing financial records and payroll.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Record and manage transactions related to accounts payable and accounts receivable, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.<br>• Prepare and process invoices, ensure timely payments to vendors, and monitor incoming payments from customers.<br>• Investigate and resolve any discrepancies in billing or payment records.<br>• Maintain accurate daily financial records using accounting software.<br>• Create monthly and quarterly journal entries while overseeing expense allocation processes.<br>• Reconcile internal financial records with external banking data to ensure consistency and accuracy.<br>• Address and resolve discrepancies identified during reconciliation processes.<br>• Support payroll operations for a team of 24-25 employees, including tracking hours via timecards, calculating wages, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.<br>• Ensure all financial transactions adhere to company policies and meet regulatory standards.<br>• Maintain organized and accurate records to facilitate audits and compliance inspections.
<p>Chris Preble from Robert Half is working with a high growth Utica client of his that has a Controller need...great benefits here, 401k match and bonus.</p><p><br></p><p>This role will oversee the day-to-day accounting function while partnering closely with operations and executive leadership to support financial planning, cost control, and operational performance. This is a high-visibility role reporting directly to the CFO, with a clear opportunity to grow into a Director of Finance position as the company continues to expand.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p>Accounting and Financial Reporting</p><ul><li>Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting</li><li>Prepare and review financial statements </li><li>Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with accounting policies and regulatory requirements</li><li>Manage the general ledger, account reconciliations, and financial reporting processes</li></ul><p>Cost Accounting and Operations Support</p><ul><li>Oversee cost accounting and inventory accounting within a manufacturing environment</li><li>Analyze production costs, labor, and overhead to support operational efficiency and margin improvement</li><li>Work closely with operations leadership to monitor KPIs, cost trends, and profitability by product line</li></ul><p>Financial Planning and Analysis</p><ul><li>Support the annual budgeting and forecasting process</li><li>Analyze financial performance and provide insights on variances, cost drivers, and operational performance</li><li>Assist leadership in evaluating capital investments, process improvements, and operational initiatives</li></ul><p>Leadership and Process Improvement</p><ul><li>Manage and mentor accounting staff while strengthening the finance function</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, reporting capabilities, and internal controls</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, supply chain, and executive leadership</li></ul>