Finance and Accounting Manager

Robert Half is working with a local organization in the Lake George area looking for a Finance and Accounting Manager to lead core accounting operations/staff and deliver accurate, timely financial insight. This role oversees day-to-day financial activities, strengthens internal controls, and supports leadership with reporting, budgeting, and analysis. The ideal candidate brings sound accounting judgment, a hands-on approach to process improvement, and the ability to guide a team in a player-coach capacity. This on-site, direct-hire role boast a direct path to executive leadership and offers a competitive benefits package.

Responsibilities Include:

• Direct daily accounting operations across the general ledger, payables, receivables, and payroll to ensure accurate and efficient financial processing.

• Oversee the month-end close cycle and produce complete financial reporting packages, including income statements, balance sheets, cash flow reports, and variance analysis for leadership review.

• Review and complete reconciliations for critical balance sheet accounts such as cash, receivables, payables, fixed assets, deposits, and intercompany activity.

• Track overdue customer accounts and coordinate collection efforts to improve cash flow and reduce outstanding balances.

• Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules with a high level of accuracy and proper documentation.

• Prepare and distribute financial reports, supporting schedules, and required filings for internal leaders and external parties.

• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, financial workflows, and system usage to support efficiency and future growth.

• Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting team members while fostering accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

• Manage financial transaction controls related to invoice approvals, journal entries, and disbursements to promote accuracy and compliance.

• Partner with senior leadership on budget preparation, historical financial analysis, cost allocations, and other assigned projects while supporting operational needs that may occasionally extend beyond standard business hours.

Salary Range: $80,000 - $100,000

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related discipline.

• At least 3–5 years of progressively responsible accounting experience.

• Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and their practical application.

• Demonstrated experience with month-end close, financial statement preparation, and account reconciliation.

• Background in financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting, ideally within a nonprofit or fund accounting environment.

• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Office, with advanced capability in Excel.

• Solid analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with close attention to detail.

Compensation

$80,000.00-$100,000.00 Yearly

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