Accounting Manager/Supervisor

Job Description

Job Description

Kyle Clarke with Robert Half of Buffalo is looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to support a mission-driven non-profit organization in Buffalo, New York. This position will lead core accounting operations, ensure timely and accurate financial reporting, and help maintain strong fiscal controls across the organization. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in month-end processes, ledger management, and audit preparation, along with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities:

• Direct the monthly close cycle by coordinating timelines, reviewing entries, and ensuring accurate reporting each period.

• Oversee general ledger activity and maintain the integrity of financial records through careful review and analysis.

• Prepare and approve journal entries, account analyses, and supporting documentation for routine and complex transactions.

• Reconcile balance sheet and other key accounts, promptly investigating variances and resolving discrepancies.

• Support annual financial statement audits by organizing schedules, responding to auditor requests, and ensuring readiness of documentation.

• Produce internal financial reports and contribute to the preparation of statements used for leadership decision-making.

• Use Excel, Access, and other Microsoft Office applications to manage data, perform analysis, and improve reporting efficiency.

• Strengthen accounting procedures and internal controls to support compliance and reliable financial operations within the organization.

• At least 7 years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibility in an accounting function.
• Strong background in month-end close, general ledger oversight, account reconciliations, and journal entry review.
• Experience supporting financial statement audits and preparing audit-ready schedules and documentation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and solid working knowledge of Microsoft Access and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to analyze financial information accurately and identify issues requiring corrective action.
• Familiarity with accounting practices in a non-profit setting is highly valued.
• Effective communication and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.