Accounting Manager

Paul Grenga from the Syracuse Robert Half office is working with a Syracuse client of his. This organization has a newly created Accounting Manager hiring need. Benefits here are excellent and work life balance is very good.

There is lots of opportunity for growth here.

Responsibilities:

• Reporting into the Director of Accounting, help direct core accounting functions, including ledger maintenance, closing activities, account analysis, and preparation of financial reports.

• Lead accounting work tied to mortgage-related transactions and property financial activity, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation.

• Monitor grant funding records and reporting requirements to maintain compliance and reliable tracking of restricted funds.

• Provide oversight and coaching to a small accounting staff, helping build capability and encouraging strong team collaboration.

• Work closely with organizational leaders to improve workflows, reinforce internal controls, and support operational priorities.

• Coordinate with departments across the business to collect timely financial information and resolve discrepancies efficiently.

• Support the preparation for external audits, budgeting efforts, and other ad hoc financial initiatives as business needs evolve.

• Take ownership of day-to-day accounting performance while helping strengthen the overall finance function over time.

• Demonstrated experience helping to manage month-end close processes in a detail-focused accounting environment.

• Strong knowledge of general ledger structure, journal entry preparation, and account reconciliation practices.

• Ability to review financial data accurately and produce clear, timely reporting.

• Experience supervising or mentoring accounting staff in a collaborative team setting.

• Familiarity with mortgage accounting, property-related accounting, or similarly complex transactional environments.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.