Finance and Accounting Manager Hague, NY

Finance And Accounting Manager

Robert Half is working with a local organization in the Lake George area looking for a Finance and Accounting Manager to lead core accounting operations/staff and deliver accurate, timely financial insight. This role oversees day-to-day financial activities, strengthens internal controls, and supports leadership with reporting, budgeting, and analysis. The ideal candidate brings sound accounting judgment, a hands-on approach to process improvement, and the ability to guide a team in a player-coach capacity.

This on-site, direct-hire role boasts a direct path to executive leadership and offers a competitive benefits package.

Responsibilities Include:

• Direct daily accounting operations across the general ledger, payables, receivables, and payroll to ensure accurate and efficient financial processing.
• Oversee the month-end close cycle and produce complete financial reporting packages, including income statements, balance sheets, cash flow reports, and variance analysis for leadership review.
• Review and complete reconciliations for critical balance sheet accounts such as cash, receivables, payables, fixed assets, deposits, and intercompany activity.
• Track overdue customer accounts and coordinate collection efforts to improve cash flow and reduce outstanding balances.
• Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules with a high level of accuracy and proper documentation.
• Prepare and distribute financial reports, supporting schedules, and required filings for internal leaders and external parties.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, financial workflows, and system usage to support efficiency and future growth.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting team members while fostering accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Manage financial transaction controls related to invoice approvals, journal entries, and disbursements to promote accuracy and compliance.
• Partner with senior leadership on budget preparation, historical financial analysis, cost allocations, and other assigned projects while supporting operational needs that may occasionally extend beyond standard business hours.

Salary Range: $80,000 - $100,000