Description Colleen McAuliffe is looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee the financial operations of a dynamic distribution business in Campbell, California. This role is pivotal in managing vendor relationships, supervising accounting staff, and ensuring accurate reporting of inventory-related transactions. The ideal candidate will excel in a fast-paced environment and collaborate closely with Operations and Supply Chain teams to maintain efficient and compliant financial practices. Responsibilities: • Lead and manage the month-end and year-end closing processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting. • Oversee accounts payable operations, including vendor management, invoice review, discrepancy resolution, and payment processing. • Supervise and mentor accounting staff, providing guidance on performance improvement and workload prioritization. • Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and balance sheet schedules to maintain accuracy and completeness. • Implement controls around inventory accounting, accruals, and vendor rebates or chargebacks to ensure compliance. • Collaborate with Operations, Purchasing, and Logistics teams to address costing, receiving, and vendor-related issues. • Ensure adherence to internal controls, accounting policies, and regulatory requirements. • Support external audits by preparing necessary schedules and documentation. • Identify and execute process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and scalability. Requirements • Minimum of 7 years of accounting experience, preferably in a high-volume or distribution environment. • Strong expertise in month-end close processes and general ledger management. • Proficiency in preparing financial statements and supporting external audits. • Solid knowledge of account reconciliation and journal entry processes. • Experience in inventory-related accounting and vendor management practices. • Demonstrated ability to lead and develop a team of accounting professionals. • Familiarity with internal controls and compliance standards. • Excellent problem-solving and communication skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. 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) .