Controller

Description A prominent services company is looking to grow its team by hiring a Controller through Robert Half. This leadership role oversees 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 very competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and excellent career growth. We are seeking someone who will motivate others by maintaining a positive professional attitude; is honest, reliable and a leader; and will offer remarkable client services, managing self and others with a sense of urgency, practicality and accountability. Additionally, you will handle key decisions and challenge, negotiate and influence the team. As a leader, you will encourage innovative ideas that are sound and progressive, challenge the status quo, and support creativity in your area of responsibility. The Controller will be a permanent employment opportunity and will be located in the Charlotte, North Carolina region.Major responsibilities

Manage the production of and monthly monitoring of the annual budget and forecasts

Present executive committee and partners with monthly financial reports

Oversee the activities of the finance department, such as accounts payable, billings & collections, and payroll

Perform tasks associated with month-end and year-end close of income statement and balance sheet, account reconciliations & G/L analysis

Handle daily cash management and produce cash-flow reports, calculating cash needs at weekly and monthly intervals

Analyze deliverables of self and team to confirm they meet client expectations

Collaborate with executive team and partners to support efficient and effective firm-wide operation

Analyze, apply and improve policies, procedures, controls and most methodologies

Act on items beyond formal job responsibilities

Time monthly billing and other cash management techniques to make sure cash collection is punctual

Research, prepare and execute Finance Department initiatives such as software and systems implementation and other departmental or firm-wide improvements, as required Requirements - Prior work done in public accounting is desired

Month end closings experience

5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including as a Controller preferred

CPA or MBA preferred

Demonstrated ability to build and deliver effective presentations to audiences with wide-ranging backgrounds

Ability to effectively interact, verbally and in writing

Sharp, analytical thinking abilities, always seeking to draw connections and identify the "why"

Takes action on items beyond formal job responsibilities

Strong organizational skills and a proven ability to meet deadlines

Comfortable working in a changing and dynamic environment

Outstanding technology, analytics and management experience required

BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, Economics or other business related field

Strong attention to detail

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