Description We are offering a short-term contract employment opportunity for an Accounting Manager in San Francisco, California. This role is pivotal in managing financial processes in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring accurate billing, financial forecasting, and assisting in audit preparation. This role is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the success of our organization.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with various departments to ensure timely and accurate billing

• Develop and maintain financial forecasts in collaboration with cross-functional teams

• Analyze actual financial performance against budgeted figures and identify trends

• Provide insights to support decision-making based on financial trends

• Assist in the preparation of financial documents and schedules for audits

• Liaise with external auditors and provide necessary documentation and support

• Ensure compliance with accounting regulations and internal controls

• Utilize Great Plains (GPAC) for various accounting functions

• Conduct auditing and billing functions effectively

• Handle grant accounting as per the requirements of the role Requirements • Candidate must hold a minimum of 10 years of experience in the field of accounting.

• Proficiency in Great Plains (GPAC) is essential.

• Expertise in various accounting functions is required.

• Experience in auditing is a must.

• Candidate should be well-versed in billing functions.

• Knowledge of grant accounting is needed.

• A strong understanding of financial legislation and regulations is required.

• Excellent analytical skills with an attention to detail are crucial.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are necessary.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines.

• Proficiency in using accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite is required.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field is required.

• CPA or relevant certification is highly desirable.

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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Robert Half will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available including medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance. Employees hired for our FTEP Program are also eligible to enroll in our company’s 401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible). FTEP employees also earn paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time and paid holidays. The amount of Choice Time Off (CTO) received varies based on years of service and is pro-rated based on the hours worked per week. A new FTEP employee earns up to 13 days of CTO and up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year. Learn more at roberthalfbenefits.com/Resources.

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