Manager of Accounting Operations - Robert Half
Robert Half Washington
Our client, a prestigious international law firm, is searching for their new Manager of Accounting Operations. This visible role will support a dynamic Director, work with the finance & accounting team and have exposure to firm leadership and Partners. The role will key on overseeing accounting operations including A/P, cash and trust processes as well as the use of related technology tools and implementing efficient processes to automate and optimize the accounting operations functions. This exciting Manager of Accounting Operations position will be offered the opportunity to:
- Manage the operational accounting department including the accounts payable, cash operations and trust areas as well as guiding the team to achieve department goals.
- Lead the constant review and development of key accounting processes as well as design of internal controls.
- As a part of a team, manage special projects and conduct analysis.
- Effectively coordinate between accounting operations teams and the corporate accounting team to maintain information flow and hit reporting deadlines.
- Oversee accounts payable processes and ensuring all financial obligations are met in a timely manner
- Act as a key liaison to the outside accounting firm regarding the external audit process and provide supporting schedules and requested information to support the year end external audit and quarterly reviews.
- Inform decision making and improve processes such as forecasting cash flow and financial performance to assist in strategic planning.
- Implement and maintain trust accounting procedures to handle sensitive financial transactions.
- Automate processes where possible to improve efficiency and accuracy.
- Manage the accounting of team performance and providing constructive feedback.
- Collaborating with other departments to ensure the accuracy of financial information and to resolve any discrepancies
- Developing and implementing accounting policies and procedures in line with firm objectives.
- Perform ad hoc projects for senior management as assigned.
Our client offers medical benefits as part of their overall compensation package.
Please submit your resume in confidence to Raj Khanna, Senior Vice President at Robert Half or directly via LinkedIn for immediate consideration for this or one of our other active career opportunities in the Washington, DC Metro area.- Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance or related field with a CPA being preferred
- 8 or more years of experience including financial leadership managing a team of 3 to 5 or more staff
- Experience managing accounting operations including accounts payable and related areas
- Prior experience within the Big 4 or national firm audit group of a public accounting firm is preferred
- Demonstrated experience with process improvement, controls design as well as process automation
- Prior leadership of other staff including responsibilities covering the month end close, financial reporting and related analytics.
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