Accounting & Finance Manager

⭐⭐⭐ Finance & Accounting Manager ⭐⭐⭐
Salary: Up to $110,000/year; Based on experience
Location: Latham, NY area (Hybrid)
Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred
Experience: 5+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience required
Our client is seeking a hands-on and forward-thinking Finance & Accounting Manager to lead and scale financial operations within a growing organization near Latham, NY. This is a high-impact opportunity for an accounting and finance professional who enjoys building processes, improving systems, and partnering closely with leadership to support long-term growth.The ideal candidate will bring strong accounting fundamentals, operational finance experience, and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities across accounting, payroll, compliance, and financial planning in a collaborative environment.
Responsibilities of the Finance & Accounting Manager will include:

• Manage core accounting operations including accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash management, and corporate card administration
• Lead month-end and year-end close processes and maintain accurate financial records
• Prepare reconciliations for bank accounts, loans, credit cards, and balance sheet accounts
• Deliver timely financial reporting and provide insights to leadership teams
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities
• Establish and maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with GAAP
• Identify and implement process improvements, automation initiatives, and workflow efficiencies
• Partner with executive leadership and department managers on financial matters and strategic decisions
• Communicate financial trends, risks, and opportunities proactively to leadership
• Manage payroll operations, tax reporting, and related accounting activities
• Coordinate employee benefits administration, open enrollment, and retirement plan processes
• Maintain relationships with payroll vendors, benefits brokers, retirement administrators, and outside accounting partners
• Ensure timely filing and payment of payroll, sales/use, and business taxes
• Coordinate audits, insurance reporting, workers' compensation reporting, and compliance activities
• Prepare required federal, state, and local filings, including 1099 reporting

Qualifications for the role of Finance & Accounting Manager:

• 5+ years of progressive accounting, finance, or business operations experience
• Experience working in a small or growing business environment preferred
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and internal controls
• Experience overseeing payroll, benefits administration, retirement plans, and compliance activities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting/payroll systems
• Experience coordinating with external vendors, CPAs, and service providers
• Highly organized, self-directed, and capable of managing priorities independently
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred
• CPA, CMA, MBA, or similar certification preferred
• Experience with QuickBooks Online preferred
• Experience in professional services, legal, consulting, insurance, or service-based industries is a plus