Controller

Description

Robert Half is looking for an ambitious, eager Controller to join the team at an well-respected services company. This is a leadership role with responsibility over an accounting and clerical department. The Controller plans and directs all accounting operational functions, manages the accumulation and consolidation of financial data for internal and external financial statements, analyzes accounting and internal control systems, and guides departmental staff. This company offers a very competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits package along with strong career growth. We are looking for someone who motivates others through a positive professional attitude; exhibits integrity, reliability and leadership; and is able to provide exceptional client services by managing self and others with a sense of urgency, practicality and accountability. You will also make key decisions and challenge, negotiate and influence the team. As a part of the leadership team, you will lead the generation of innovative ideas that are sound and progressive, challenge the status quo, and foster creativity throughout your area of responsibility. Based in the Marion, Texas area, this opening for a Controller is a permanent position.

What you get to do every day

Present monthly financial reports to executive committee and partners Review deliverables of self and team to align with client expectations Manage the production of the annual budget and forecasts and monitor on a monthly basis Research, plan and implement Finance Department initiatives including software and systems implementation and other departmental or firm-wide improvements, as needed Evaluate, implement and streamline policies, procedures, controls and most methodologies Prepare cash-flow reports, projecting cash needs at weekly and monthly intervals, daily cash management Perform tasks associated with month-end and year-end close of income statement and balance sheet, account reconciliations & G/L analysis Time monthly billing and other cash management techniques to make sure cash collection is punctual Work closely with executive team and partners to facilitate efficient and effective firm-wide operation Comfortable in taking on tasks beyond formal job responsibilities Direct finance department activities, such as accounts payable, billings & collections, and payroll

Requirements

Outstanding technology, analytics and management experience required Ability to work well in matrix organization and dealing with ambiguity Detailed and have the ability work independently BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, Economics or other business related field Foundational knowledge in FASB Comprehensive knowledge of month end closings Financial statement preparation experience GASB experience Strong familiarity with auditing 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including as a Controller preferred Able to build and deliver effective presentations to audiences with wide-ranging backgrounds Ability to effectively interact, verbally and in writing Self-driven motivator who takes initiative on projects with a strong ability to understand and solve creative challenges Advanced credentials such as a Masters of Business Administration / MBA or Certified Public Accountant / CPA are preferred Accounting experience in publicly-traded company a plus Ability to prioritize work and balance multiple projects and deadlines Candidate must possess first-rate analytical, quantitative and social skills

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