Description A well-established Savannah organization with a significant footprint in retail and manufacturing is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager for a critical, hands-on role. This is an opportunity to join a mission-driven environment that values innovation, professional growth, and operational excellence. This organization operates a large, multi-location (national) operation. The Accounting Manager will play a key role in strengthening the accounting function—overseeing month-end close, financial reporting, budgeting, cost analysis, and special projects across the different lines of business. This position is ideal for a proactive leader seeking career advancement, who can drive automation and process improvement throughout the accounting department. Responsibilities: • Manage the financial operations: ensuring accurate cost accounting and inventory analysis. • Conduct detailed evaluations of standard versus actual costs and analyze purchase price variances. • Oversee month-end and year-end close processes, including account reconciliations and journal entries. • Develop and implement financial models using tools such as Power BI to support decision-making and strategic planning. • Supervise and mentor entry-level accounting staff, including a Staff Accountant and Accounts Payable Specialist. • Collaborate with leadership to provide insights and recommendations for improving operational efficiency and reducing costs. • Ensure compliance with financial regulations and auditing standards, preparing for annual audits. • Utilize Microsoft Dynamics and other software tools to streamline accounting processes. • Prepare and analyze financial statements, providing actionable insights to management. Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is required. • At least 6-8 years of accounting experience, with a preference for candidates with manufacturing experience. • Proven management experience, including supervising accounting teams. • Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles, inventory management, and purchase price variance analysis. • Proficiency in financial modeling and data analysis using Power BI. • Familiarity with software such as Microsoft Dynamics and Continia for accounting and invoice processing. • Ability to manage month-end close processes and reconcile accounts accurately. • Excellent communication and leadership skills to effectively guide and support team members. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .