• Accounting Manager

    Robert Half Management Resources (Middletown, DE)


    Description

    Accounting Manager

     

    A client of ours in the Newark, Delaware area is looking for a hands-on, experienced Accounting Manager for a contract to hire role. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to core accounting operations while also playing a key role in an upcoming SAP/S4 HANA ERP implementation. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical accounting skills, leadership experience, and the ability to adapt between strategic oversight and tactical execution.

    Key Responsibilities of Accounting Manager:

    + Lead and manage general accounting operations including month-end close, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.

    + Supervise and mentor a team of accounting professionals (3+ years of direct supervisory experience required).

    + Review, approve, and perform accounting functions as needed—this is a roll-up-your-sleeves environment.

    + Play a significant role in the implementation of SAP or other large ERP systems (multiple large ERP system experience required).

    + Utilize advanced Excel functions (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, etc.) in daily accounting tasks.

    + Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and applicable regulations.

    + Work closely with leadership to support financial initiatives and reporting needs.

    Requirements

    Qualifications:

    + Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance. CPA preferred but not required.

    + 7+ years of accounting experience with at least 3 years in a management role.

    + Experience in large organizations ($300M+ in revenue) is a must.

    + Strong general accounting background; utilities industry experience is a plus.

    + Hands-on knowledge of SAP or SAP S/4 HANA preferred; must have experience with large ERP systems

    + Proficient Excel skills for accounting analysis and reporting.

    + Demonstrated ability to lead teams and still dig into the details when needed.

    + Publicly traded company experience is a plus but not required.

     

    If you are interested in this role, please contact 302.985.5173 and reference JO# 00800-0013260248

     

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