Accounting Manager Job at Robert Half in East Lansing

Description Our client is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee core accounting functions within a complex GAAP environment spanning multiple legal entities. This Accounting Manager role is ideal for a technically strong accounting professional who leads with a servant-leader mindset, prioritizing team development, collaboration, and support while maintaining high standards for accuracy and compliance. Accounting Manager Key Responsibilities

• Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes across multiple legal entities
• Ensure accurate GAAP-compliant financial statements, including consolidations and intercompany eliminations
• Oversee general ledger activities, account reconciliations, and journal entries
• Review and approve financial reporting, ensuring consistency and accuracy across entities
• Manage complex accounting areas such as revenue recognition, accruals, allocations, and reserves
• Serve as a servant leader to the accounting team-providing coaching, removing obstacles, and fostering a collaborative, accountable environment
• Develop, document, and enhance accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Coordinate with external auditors and support audit and review engagements
• Partner cross-functionally with finance, tax, and operational teams to resolve accounting issues
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and ad hoc financial analysis

Why This Opportunity

• Leadership role with meaningful influence on both people and process
• Opportunity to join a culture that values collaboration, support, and continuous improvement
• Exposure to complex accounting matters and senior leadership

For immediate consideration call Jimmy Tunney at 517-657-8054 Requirements

• Minimum of 3+ years of experience in a financial or accounting role.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred
• Progressive accounting experience in a complex GAAP, multi-entity environment
• Strong experience with consolidations, intercompany accounting, and entity-level reporting
• Demonstrated people leadership style focused on mentorship, accountability, and team development

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