We are looking for an Office Manager to support housing operations in Syracuse, New York through a contract-to-permanent opportunity. This position serves as a central point of coordination for applicant processing, resident issue resolution, rent collection activities, and accommodation requests, helping ensure compliance with housing policies and lease obligations. The role requires strong administrative judgment, clear communication, and the ability to work effectively with residents, property staff, and external parties.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee central office functions that support multiple housing sites, ensuring resident matters and administrative processes are handled accurately and in line with established policies.<br>• Manage applicant wait list activities by reviewing submissions for completeness, updating records, tracking placement status, and forwarding eligible files for eligibility review.<br>• Coordinate collection efforts for overdue tenant balances by preparing notices, organizing supporting documentation, monitoring repayment arrangements, and assisting with eviction-related processes when necessary.<br>• Represent the organization in Housing Court proceedings related to rent matters and maintain proper documentation for legal and administrative follow-up.<br>• Receive and assess resident and applicant concerns, investigate issues involving rent, transfers, or application status, and route matters to the appropriate teams for timely resolution.<br>• Work closely with property management staff to review delinquency reports, support resolution strategies, and process repayment agreements for outstanding rent.<br>• Serve as a liaison for residents seeking assistance, helping connect them with internal departments and resources to address service needs and ongoing concerns.<br>• Maintain accurate electronic records for applicants, tenants with past-due balances, and individuals requesting reasonable accommodations under Section 504.<br>• Review accommodation requests from applicants and residents with disabilities, evaluate supporting information, and provide recommendations based on Section 504 requirements.
<p>The Accounting/Finance Manager oversees day-to-day accounting operations, ensures accurate financial reporting, and maintains compliance with GAAP. This role manages a small team, supervises month-end close, prepares financial statements, and supports budgeting and forecasting efforts.</p>
<p>Chirs Preble from Robert Half is working with a Utica client of his that has grown a lot the past few years. This is a newly created Accounting Manager role. This organization has great work life balance and excellent benefits. This position offers the chance to help oversee core accounting activities across multiple entities while contributing meaningful insight into financial performance and business trends.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Help lead the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to support accurate and timely business reporting.</p><p>• Review and reconcile balance sheet and income statement accounts to maintain dependable financial records across multiple entities.</p><p>• Manage key close activities at month-end and year-end, including journal entry oversight and general ledger review.</p><p>• Evaluate financial and operational data to highlight performance patterns, risks, and opportunities for improvement.</p><p>• Support finance activities through cost accounting, inventory review, and analysis of production-related results.</p><p>• Contribute to budgeting and forecasting efforts by preparing analyses and assisting with planning assumptions.</p><p>• Partner with operational stakeholders to strengthen reporting quality and provide financial insight for decision-making.</p><p>• Help advance accounting procedures and internal controls to improve consistency, accuracy, and efficiency across the organization.</p>
<p>Nick Corieri with Robert Half is looking for an Accounting Manager to oversee core financial operations for a well-known organization in Syracuse, New York. In addition to managing two staff on the accounting team, this role is responsible for maintaining accurate records, supporting timely reporting, and strengthening day-to-day accounting processes. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting experience, sound judgment, and the ability to manage reporting, reconciliations, and audit support in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee month-end close activities and help ensure financial results are recorded accurately and delivered on schedule.</p><p>• Prepare and review monthly financial packages, annual budgeting materials, and supporting information for periodic reporting needs.</p><p>• Maintain the general ledger and related subledgers, including receivables, depreciation, operating costs, revenue allocations, and insurance-related records.</p><p>• Evaluate account classifications and journal entries to confirm proper coding and compliance with internal accounting standards.</p><p>• Perform bank and balance sheet reconciliations, resolve discrepancies, and complete settlement-related accounting tasks.</p><p>• Compile schedules and documentation for external audits and assist with required financial statement support.</p><p>• Analyze operating results, cost trends, and revenue data to provide forecasts and recommendations that support business objectives.</p><p>• Lead and train accounting staff while processing and reviewing journal entries and other routine accounting transactions.</p><p>• Track monthly parking activity and billing while contributing to special financial analyses, reconciliations, and ad hoc reporting.</p><p>• Support budget development and help implement accounting controls, procedures, and system-related improvements across finance operations.</p><p><br></p><p>Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply directly to this job posting and contact Nick Corieri at Robert Half for more information.</p>