Finance & Accounting Manager

Alliance Risk Group•Albany, NY

About The Position

At Alliance Risk Group, we help clients manage risk with end-to-end solutions across investigations, claims and process service - delivered with transparency and reliability. Powered by Alliance, SmartHRCheqs provides an all-encompassing background screening solutions designed to help hiring teams navigate the maze of regulations. Everything we do is anchored in our mission to reduce risk and inspire confidence, backed by a team that lives our core values. If you thrive in a fast-moving, multi-division environment where accuracy and accountability matter, you'll feel at home here. We are seeking a hands-on, forward-thinking Finance & Accounting Manager to take the lead in evolving and scaling the financial foundation of a company positioned for meaningful growth. This is a high-impact opportunity for someone who wants to build, improve, and scale financial operations alongside leadership as the organization grows. The right candidate will own the details, act as a strategic partner to leadership, and have the chance to expand both their role and career as they help shape the company's next stage. This role is ideal for someone excited by growth, eager to make a visible impact, and motivated to grow with the organization over time.

Requirements

Hands-on approach
Forward-thinking mindset
Ability to own details
Strategic partnership with leadership
Desire to build, improve, and scale financial operations
Excited by growth
Eager to make a visible impact
Motivated to grow with the organization
Proficiency in core accounting operations (AR, AP, corporate card, cash management)
Experience with month-end and year-end close processes
Experience with monthly reconciliations (bank accounts, credit cards, loans, balance sheet accounts)
Ability to deliver timely and reliable financial statements and insights
Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning
Experience supporting insurance, lease, and financing administration
Experience identifying and implementing process improvements/automation
Knowledge of establishing and maintaining strong financial controls, policies, and GAAP compliance

Responsibilities

Manage/own core accounting operations (AR, AP, corporate card, cash management etc.) with a focus on efficiency and control.
Lead month-end and year-end close processes.
Own monthly reconciliations for bank accounts, credit cards, loans, and balance sheet accounts.
Deliver timely, reliable financial statements and insights to leadership.
Support management in budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
Support insurance, lease, and financing administration and liaise with outside partners.
Identify and implement process improvements/automation.
Establish and maintain strong financial controls, policies, and compliance with GAAP.
Partner with executive management and business unit leaders on financial matters.
Communicate financial trends, risks, deadlines, and opportunities proactively.
Explain results clearly and flag issues early with practical solutions.
Advise leadership in assessing the financial impact of key strategic decisions.
Improve reporting, processes, and workflows to ensure accurate and timely financial visibility.