Operational Accounting Manager - Careers at Robert Half
Robert Half
Operational Accounting Manager - Careers at Robert Half
Job Description
Operational Accounting Manager – Join a Thriving Retail Leader in Livonia, MI
Robert Half is excited to partner with a profitable, nationally recognized consumer brand that's dominating the retail and ecommerce space. With over 200 store locations across the U.S. and a high-volume sales environment, this company is riding a wave of rapid growth and operational excellence. We're seeking a dynamic Operational Accounting Manager to lead store accounting operations from their pet-friendly headquarters in Livonia, Michigan. This hybrid role (3 days in-office) offers the perfect blend of leadership, strategic impact, and a fun, collaborative culture where pets are welcome and team celebrations are frequent.
About the Role
As the Accounting Manager – Stores, you'll be at the heart of financial operations for a multi-location powerhouse. This isn't just about managing numbers—it's about driving efficiency in a fast-paced retail world, mentoring a talented team, and partnering on strategic initiatives that fuel nationwide expansion. Enjoy an upbeat atmosphere where innovation meets teamwork, and your contributions directly support a brand loved by millions. If you thrive in high-energy settings with loyal customers and consistent transaction volumes, this role in Livonia, MI, is your next career milestone.
Key Responsibilities
In this pivotal leadership position, you'll oversee day-to-day accounting for store operations while elevating processes for scalability:
- Lead high-volume accounting functions across a nationwide store network, ensuring compliance with close calendars, policies, and GAAP standards.
- Manage the full monthly close cycle: GL entries, reconciliations, variance analysis, and financial reporting.
- Collaborate on budgeting, forecasting, and planning, delivering insights for retail and ecommerce growth.
- Mentor and manage a team of accountants, focusing on development, performance, and high-quality deliverables.
- Drive audits by providing documentation and support to external auditors.
- Spearhead process improvements and special projects to streamline operations and boost efficiency.
This role demands precision in a dynamic environment but rewards with visible impact on business success.
Required Qualifications
To excel, bring:
- A Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance (CPA preferred) and 5+ years of experience, with 2+ in management.
- Hands-on expertise in high-volume retail accounting, GL, reconciliations, and variance analysis.
- Proven team leadership, process optimization, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Tech-savvy with ERP systems, advanced Excel, and financial software.
- Strong analytical mindset and audit experience.
Experience in consumer retail or multi-location businesses is ideal for this Livonia opportunity.
Why Join Us?
Step into a workplace where work feels like a community:
- Hybrid Flexibility: 3 days in-office at a vibrant, pet-friendly HQ.
- Fun Culture: Energetic teams, social events, recognition programs, and collaborative vibes.
- Growth Potential: Rapidly expanding brand with strategic projects and career advancement.
- Perks: Competitive salary around $90,000, comprehensive benefits, 401(k), PTO, and more.
Livonia, Michigan, offers an ideal suburban setting near Detroit with easy commutes. Ready to lead accounting excellence? Contact Jeff Sokolowski at (248)365-6131 or apply through Robert Half today. This is full-time employment with a top-tier consumer brand—don't miss out on SEO-optimized careers in operational accounting management!
Locations
- Livonia, Michigan, United States
Salary
90,000 - 90,000 USD / yearly
85,000 - 110,000 USD / yearly
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- General Ledger Managementintermediate
- Balance Sheet Reconciliationsintermediate
- Monthly Close Processesintermediate
- Variance Analysisintermediate
- Team Leadership and Mentoringintermediate
- Financial Planning and Budgetingintermediate
- Forecastingintermediate
- Process Improvementintermediate
- Audit Supportintermediate
- Cross-Functional Collaborationintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (experience)
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 2+ years in managerial roles (experience)
- Proven experience managing accounting teams in high-volume retail or multi-location environments (experience)
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards (experience)
- Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite) and advanced Excel (experience)
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills (experience)
- Demonstrated ability to drive process improvements and manage special projects (experience)
- Experience supporting external audits (experience)
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills for cross-functional partnerships (experience)
- CPA certification preferred (experience)
Responsibilities
- Lead accounting functions for a high-volume, multi-location store network, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting in compliance with internal close calendars and company policies
- Oversee the end-to-end monthly close process, including preparation of general ledger entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and detailed variance analysis
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including operations, finance, and executive leadership to support planning, budgeting, forecasting, and providing actionable financial insights for store operations
- Manage, mentor, and develop a team of accountants, offering guidance, coaching, performance feedback, and fostering professional growth
- Review and refine team deliverables to maintain high standards of quality, accuracy, and alignment with organizational and regulatory requirements
- Support external audit activities by preparing documentation, responding to inquiries, and ensuring smooth audit processes
- Identify opportunities for continuous improvement, implement process enhancements, and lead special projects to optimize accounting operations and efficiency
- Monitor key financial metrics related to retail and ecommerce channels, providing strategic recommendations to support business growth
Benefits
- general: Hybrid work schedule with 3 days in-office and flexibility for work-life balance
- general: Pet-friendly headquarters that creates a welcoming and relaxed environment
- general: Fun, collaborative culture with energetic colleagues who celebrate wins together
- general: Regular team events, social gatherings, and culture moments focused on connection, recognition, and fun
- general: Opportunity to work for a profitable, well-known consumer brand with over 200 store locations nationwide
- general: High-energy retail and ecommerce environment with rapid growth and strong brand recognition
- general: Team-oriented atmosphere that values innovation, creativity, teamwork, and professional development
- general: Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and more (details upon application)
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Job Description
Operational Accounting Manager – Join a Thriving Retail Leader in Livonia, MI
Robert Half is excited to partner with a profitable, nationally recognized consumer brand that's dominating the retail and ecommerce space. With over 200 store locations across the U.S. and a high-volume sales environment, this company is riding a wave of rapid growth and operational excellence. We're seeking a dynamic Operational Accounting Manager to lead store accounting operations from their pet-friendly headquarters in Livonia, Michigan. This hybrid role (3 days in-office) offers the perfect blend of leadership, strategic impact, and a fun, collaborative culture where pets are welcome and team celebrations are frequent.
About the Role
As the Accounting Manager – Stores, you'll be at the heart of financial operations for a multi-location powerhouse. This isn't just about managing numbers—it's about driving efficiency in a fast-paced retail world, mentoring a talented team, and partnering on strategic initiatives that fuel nationwide expansion. Enjoy an upbeat atmosphere where innovation meets teamwork, and your contributions directly support a brand loved by millions. If you thrive in high-energy settings with loyal customers and consistent transaction volumes, this role in Livonia, MI, is your next career milestone.
Key Responsibilities
In this pivotal leadership position, you'll oversee day-to-day accounting for store operations while elevating processes for scalability:
- Lead high-volume accounting functions across a nationwide store network, ensuring compliance with close calendars, policies, and GAAP standards.
- Manage the full monthly close cycle: GL entries, reconciliations, variance analysis, and financial reporting.
- Collaborate on budgeting, forecasting, and planning, delivering insights for retail and ecommerce growth.
- Mentor and manage a team of accountants, focusing on development, performance, and high-quality deliverables.
- Drive audits by providing documentation and support to external auditors.
- Spearhead process improvements and special projects to streamline operations and boost efficiency.
This role demands precision in a dynamic environment but rewards with visible impact on business success.
Required Qualifications
To excel, bring:
- A Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance (CPA preferred) and 5+ years of experience, with 2+ in management.
- Hands-on expertise in high-volume retail accounting, GL, reconciliations, and variance analysis.
- Proven team leadership, process optimization, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Tech-savvy with ERP systems, advanced Excel, and financial software.
- Strong analytical mindset and audit experience.
Experience in consumer retail or multi-location businesses is ideal for this Livonia opportunity.
Why Join Us?
Step into a workplace where work feels like a community:
- Hybrid Flexibility: 3 days in-office at a vibrant, pet-friendly HQ.
- Fun Culture: Energetic teams, social events, recognition programs, and collaborative vibes.
- Growth Potential: Rapidly expanding brand with strategic projects and career advancement.
- Perks: Competitive salary around $90,000, comprehensive benefits, 401(k), PTO, and more.
Livonia, Michigan, offers an ideal suburban setting near Detroit with easy commutes. Ready to lead accounting excellence? Contact Jeff Sokolowski at (248)365-6131 or apply through Robert Half today. This is full-time employment with a top-tier consumer brand—don't miss out on SEO-optimized careers in operational accounting management!
Locations
- Livonia, Michigan, United States
Salary
90,000 - 90,000 USD / yearly
85,000 - 110,000 USD / yearly
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- General Ledger Managementintermediate
- Balance Sheet Reconciliationsintermediate
- Monthly Close Processesintermediate
- Variance Analysisintermediate
- Team Leadership and Mentoringintermediate
- Financial Planning and Budgetingintermediate
- Forecastingintermediate
- Process Improvementintermediate
- Audit Supportintermediate
- Cross-Functional Collaborationintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (experience)
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 2+ years in managerial roles (experience)
- Proven experience managing accounting teams in high-volume retail or multi-location environments (experience)
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards (experience)
- Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite) and advanced Excel (experience)
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills (experience)
- Demonstrated ability to drive process improvements and manage special projects (experience)
- Experience supporting external audits (experience)
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills for cross-functional partnerships (experience)
- CPA certification preferred (experience)
Responsibilities
- Lead accounting functions for a high-volume, multi-location store network, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting in compliance with internal close calendars and company policies
- Oversee the end-to-end monthly close process, including preparation of general ledger entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and detailed variance analysis
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including operations, finance, and executive leadership to support planning, budgeting, forecasting, and providing actionable financial insights for store operations
- Manage, mentor, and develop a team of accountants, offering guidance, coaching, performance feedback, and fostering professional growth
- Review and refine team deliverables to maintain high standards of quality, accuracy, and alignment with organizational and regulatory requirements
- Support external audit activities by preparing documentation, responding to inquiries, and ensuring smooth audit processes
- Identify opportunities for continuous improvement, implement process enhancements, and lead special projects to optimize accounting operations and efficiency
- Monitor key financial metrics related to retail and ecommerce channels, providing strategic recommendations to support business growth
Benefits
- general: Hybrid work schedule with 3 days in-office and flexibility for work-life balance
- general: Pet-friendly headquarters that creates a welcoming and relaxed environment
- general: Fun, collaborative culture with energetic colleagues who celebrate wins together
- general: Regular team events, social gatherings, and culture moments focused on connection, recognition, and fun
- general: Opportunity to work for a profitable, well-known consumer brand with over 200 store locations nationwide
- general: High-energy retail and ecommerce environment with rapid growth and strong brand recognition
- general: Team-oriented atmosphere that values innovation, creativity, teamwork, and professional development
- general: Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and more (details upon application)
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