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Robert Half Accounting Manager in Byron Center, Michigan

Description We are in search of an experienced Accounting Manager to join our team in the automotive industry, based in Byron Center, Michigan. In this role, you will play a crucial part in managing daily, monthly, and annual financial operations. You will be tasked with consolidating multiple ERP systems and creating systems for collecting, verifying, and reporting financial data.

Responsibilities:

• Overseeing the general ledger chart of accounts, which includes preparing the trial balance and making necessary adjustments.

• Ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of standard and non-standard items in general ledger accounts.

• Identifying variances within financial data and effectively communicating the root causes.

• Leading the monthly closing of accounting systems to ensure timely and accurate financial statements.

• Implementing best practices and performance metrics for accounts payable and accounts receivable cash payment/collection.

• Working closely with other departments to integrate financial plans into operational strategies.

• Implementing and enforcing general accounting policies and procedures.

• Ensuring financial information is accurate and compliant with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).

• Serving as a skilled user of the ERP tool to drive productivity, efficiency, and accuracy of financial data.

• Contributing to the consolidation and/or transition of ERPs within the business.

• Overseeing and participating in special projects and performing other accounting related duties as requested.

• Contributing to financial statements for the business unit’s leadership in an accurate and timely manner.

• Overseeing and/or performing required financial audits for the business unit.

• Performing planning, budgeting, and forecasting for the business unit to meet short- and long-term financial goals.

• Contributing to all periodic financial statements and supporting schedules including balance sheets and income statements.

• Comparing budgeted vs actual spend to help management in decision making. Requirements • Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role within the Automotive industry

• Proficiency in ERP - Enterprise Resource Planning systems

• Demonstrated experience in handling Accounting Functions

• Proven expertise in managing Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR)

• Experience in executing Month End Close procedures

• Ability to perform Balance Sheet Account Reconciliation

• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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