Job Description
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to support financial operations for a Contract position based in Providence, Rhode Island. This role will lead core accounting activities, strengthen financial oversight, and deliver accurate reporting that supports business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, leadership capability, and the ability to keep month-end close and compliance processes running efficiently.
Responsibilities:
• Lead day-to-day accounting operations across the general ledger, payroll, financial reporting, billing, and collections functions.
• Develop and refine accounting controls, budgeting practices, and financial procedures to promote accuracy and reduce risk.
• Direct the preparation of regular financial statements, business performance reports, cash flow projections, and forecasting materials for leadership review.
• Manage month-end close activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and timely completion of financial records.
• Oversee internal and external audit support by reviewing accounts, coordinating documentation, and ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and reporting standards.
• Provide financial insight related to capital planning, pricing strategy, contract review, and broader short- and long-range business objectives.
• Monitor adherence to local, state, and federal financial requirements, including tax planning activities throughout the fiscal year.
• Evaluate accounting workflows, policies, and procedures, then recommend and implement improvements to strengthen operational effectiveness.
• Supervise, mentor, and assess accounting team members while supporting hiring, onboarding, and ongoing staff development initiatives.• Proven experience leading accounting operations in a management-level role.
• Strong background in month-end close, including the ability to finalize financials within tight deadlines.
• Hands-on expertise with general ledger management, journal entries, and account reconciliation.
• Experience supporting financial statement audits and working with external auditors.
• Solid understanding of internal controls, financial compliance, and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Ability to analyze financial results and present practical recommendations to management.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with experience overseeing staff performance, training, and team development.
