Manager of Accounting Operations, Robert Half

Robert Half

Location:
United States, Washington, DC

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

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Job Description:

Our client, a prestigious international law firm, is searching for their new Manager of Accounting Operations. This visible role will support a dynamic Director, work with the finance & accounting team and have exposure to firm leadership and Partners. The role will key on overseeing accounting operations including A/P, cash and trust processes as well as the use of related technology tools and implementing efficient processes to automate and optimize the accounting operations functions.

Job Responsibility:

Manage the operational accounting department including the accounts payable, cash operations and trust areas as well as guiding the team to achieve department goals
Lead the constant review and development of key accounting processes as well as design of internal controls
As a part of a team, manage special projects and conduct analysis
Effectively coordinate between accounting operations teams and the corporate accounting team to maintain information flow and hit reporting deadlines
Oversee accounts payable processes and ensuring all financial obligations are met in a timely manner
Act as a key liaison to the outside accounting firm regarding the external audit process and provide supporting schedules and requested information to support the year end external audit and quarterly reviews
Inform decision making and improve processes such as forecasting cash flow and financial performance to assist in strategic planning
Implement and maintain trust accounting procedures to handle sensitive financial transactions
Automate processes where possible to improve efficiency and accuracy
Manage the accounting of team performance and providing constructive feedback
Collaborating with other departments to ensure the accuracy of financial information and to resolve any discrepancies
Developing and implementing accounting policies and procedures in line with firm objectives
Perform ad hoc projects for senior management as assigned.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance or related field with a CPA being preferred
8 or more years of experience including financial leadership managing a team of 3 to 5 or more staff
Experience managing accounting operations including accounts payable and related areas
Prior experience within the Big 4 or national firm audit group of a public accounting firm is preferred
Demonstrated experience with process improvement, controls design as well as process automation
Prior leadership of other staff including responsibilities covering the month end close, financial reporting and related analytics.

What we offer:

medical benefits
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
September 06, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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