Accounting Manager

Description

Job Title:

Accounting Manager

Location:

Chicopee (On-site, 5 days / week with flexibility)

Position Type:
Full-Time / Permanent

Recruiter Contact:
Abby Harpp - abby.harpp@roberthalf

Job Reference: AH

We're working with a long-standing energy services organization in Western Massachusetts to add an Accounting Manager to their team. This is a hands-on leadership role overseeing daily operations, managing a small team, and supporting financial reporting- with strong opportunity for long-term growth.

Key Responsibilities:

+ Oversee day-to-day operations including AP, AR, payroll, and GL management

+ Lead month-end close, reconciliations, and preparation/review of financial statements

+ Manage budgets, forecasts, and project financial performance analyses

+ Oversee internal controls, audits, and cash management processes

+ Coordinate external audits and support regulatory and utility compliance reporting

+ Administer inventory and material acquisition controls

+ Serve as a key finance partner and backup to the Finance Director

+ Support ERP implementation and ongoing systems improvements

Requirements

Required Qualifications &

Experience:

+ Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

+ 5+ years of accounting experience, including 2+ years supervising staff

+ Solid knowledge of GASB/GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls

+ Experience in municipal, co-op, or energy utility service environments

+ Advanced Excel skills and comfortable with accounting systems

+ Able to clearly communicate complex financial information to leadership

Pluses:

+ CPA or CPA candidate

+ ERP implementation experience

If you meet the minimum requirements and would like to learn more, please email your resume to abby.harpp@roberthalf and reference AH.

All inquiries are confidential. At Robert Half, your background will never be shared without your permission.

Why You'll Love This Role:

+ Great benefits plan!

+ Mission-driven organization

+ Hands-on leadership role with real impact across operations

+ Small, collaborative team environment

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