Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager

Robert Half - Accounting Manager (Austin, TX)

We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to lead core financial activities for our team in Austin, Texas. This position oversees accounting operations, payroll administration, and reporting processes while delivering accurate financial insights to leadership. The role also guides a small accounting team, strengthens internal workflows, and helps maintain timely, compliant month-end and year-end close activities.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily accounting activities to maintain accurate records, uphold internal policies, and support compliance with applicable accounting standards.

• Prepare, analyze, and review financial statements, budgets, and forecasts, providing leadership with meaningful recommendations for business decisions.

• Oversee payroll operations to ensure employees are paid accurately and on schedule while meeting tax and labor requirements.

• Respond to payroll-related questions and work through compensation or benefits issues with professionalism and attention to detail.

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of four accounting professionals by setting expectations, offering guidance, and supporting ongoing growth.

• Manage month-end and year-end close procedures, including reconciliations, accruals, journal entries, and the production of timely financial reports.

• Partner with colleagues across departments to improve financial workflows, strengthen controls, and increase operational efficiency.

• Use NetSuite and related financial systems to manage reporting, monitor data quality, and identify opportunities for process improvements or system enhancements.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related discipline; an accounting certification with a strong focus on accuracy is an advantage.

• At least 5 years of progressive accounting experience, including 2 or more years in a leadership or supervisory capacity.

• Hands-on experience with month-end close, general ledger activities, account reconciliations, and journal entry review.

• Strong working knowledge of NetSuite or a comparable enterprise accounting platform.

• Solid understanding of financial reporting, payroll practices, and core accounting principles.

• Proven ability to lead and develop accounting staff in a collaborative, high-performance environment.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with careful attention to accuracy and deadlines.

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• All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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