Accounting Manager Modesto, CA

Accounting Manager

Lisa Cole with Robert Half is partnering with a well-established manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to support financial operations. This individual will play a key role in driving an accurate and timely close process, maintaining a disciplined general ledger, and ensuring strong financial controls across the organization.

This is a highly visible role partnering closely with leadership and cross-functional teams to support operational and financial decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute the monthly close process, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting in alignment with corporate deadlines
• Prepare and maintain detailed balance sheet reconciliations with full supporting documentation
• Analyze variances versus budget and prior periods
• Oversee corporate credit card program, including reconciliations and policy compliance
• Track capital projects and ensure proper capitalization in accordance with GAAP
• Maintain fixed asset subledger and depreciation schedules
• Reconcile capital spend to approved budgets and support capital planning initiatives
• Ensure adherence to corporate accounting policies and regulatory requirements
• Prepare and file recurring reports (sales & use tax, property tax, and other filings)
• Maintain strong internal controls and supporting documentation
• Support internal and external audit processes, including testing and documentation
• Support ERP systems (SAP experience highly preferred) to ensure data integrity
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and strengthen controls
• Partner with operations, finance, and accounting teams to ensure accurate financial reporting
• Provide support across AR/AP processes as needed
• Monitor receivables and assist in resolving issues impacting cash flow and collections
• Collaborate on operational or customer-related issues impacting financial results