Accounting Manager/Supervisor Job at Robert Half (Staunton)

Accounting Manager/Supervisor

Robert Half

Location:
United States , Staunton

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

Not provided

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Job Description:

We are looking for an experienced accounting leader to oversee vendor incentive accounting operations in Staunton, Virginia. This role is responsible for ensuring vendor returns, rebates, allowances, and incentive activity are recorded accurately, collected on time, and reported in accordance with financial policies. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment when interpreting contract terms, and the ability to guide a team while partnering effectively across departments.

Job Responsibility:

Direct the accounting activities related to vendor returns, rebates, allowances, and incentive programs to support complete and accurate financial reporting
Maintain organized records of vendor agreements and capture program-specific terms so they can be tracked and applied correctly
Review monthly calculations, prepare or approve journal entries, and reconcile balance sheet accounts to support a timely close process
Examine large volumes of purchasing and transaction data to confirm proper accruals, income recognition, and claim accuracy
Interpret vendor contracts and determine the appropriate accounting treatment based on program structure, terms, and product categories
Present recurring analyses on rebate performance, margin trends, and recovery results to leadership to support informed decision-making
Work closely with Merchandising, Finance, and IT to improve tracking processes, strengthen reporting, and reduce manual effort through automation
Support internal and external audit activity by enforcing compliance with accounting policies, documentation standards, and internal controls
Lead, coach, and develop accounting staff or analysts responsible for vendor incentive and return-related activities

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
an accounting certification is preferred
At least 5 years of progressive accounting experience, including 2 or more years in a supervisory or management capacity
Strong background in month-end close, general ledger activity, journal entries, and account reconciliations
Experience supporting financial statement audits and maintaining compliance with internal controls
Advanced Excel skills, including the ability to work with pivot tables, complex formulas, and large datasets
Demonstrated ability to analyze detailed financial information and translate findings into practical business insights
Effective leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills, with the ability to partner successfully across accounting, finance, merchandising, and related teams

What we offer:

medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 15, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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