Controller

Description Robert Half is seeking candidates who have a knack for leading with high standards, positively motivating others, and making critical decisions and have experience taking charge of an accounting and clerical department, for a Controller position at a reputable Construction company. Candidates who can plan and direct all accounting operational functions, handle the accumulation and consolidation of financial data for internal and external financial statements, evaluate accounting and internal control systems, and lead departmental staff, will be preferred for this position. To succeed in this role, you will need to lead with integrity and reliability and have the ability to manage self and others with urgency, practicality and accountability when providing client services. We want to hear from you if you are a creative team player with a talent for challenging the status quo, coming up with unique ideas, negotiating and influencing. This very competitive and generous compensation and benefits package could advance your career. Based in the Houston, Texas area, this opening for a Controller is a permanent position.How you will make an impact

Complete tasks beyond formal job responsibilities

Assure client expectations are met by reviewing deliverables of self and team

Manage the timing for monthly billing and other cash management techniques to make sure cash collection is on time

Support Finance Department initiatives, including software and systems implementation and other departmental or firm-wide improvements, through research, planning and implementation, as needed

Work closely with executive team and partners to ensure efficient and successful firm-wide operation

Present executive committee and partners with monthly financial reports

Responsible for month-end and year-end close of income statement and balance sheet, account reconciliations & G/L analysis

Manage the production of the annual budget and forecasts and monitor them monthly

Assess, execute and streamline policies, procedures, controls and most methodologies

Manage finance department operations, including accounts payable, billings & collections, and payroll

Prepare cash-flow reports that project cash needs at weekly and monthly intervals, and handle daily cash management

Requirements - Skilled in analytical, quantitative and social skills

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

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

CPA or MBA preferred

Financial planning experience

Cash flow management experience

Financial statement preparation experience

Solid understanding of budget forecasting

Great attention to detail

Ability to complete multiple tasks and projects within deadlines

Outstanding technology, analytics and management experience required

Accounting experience in publicly-traded company a plus

Comfortable working in a changing and dynamic environment

Seizes opportunities to produce results without direct supervision

Excellent verbal, written, and social communication skills

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

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.© 2024 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) .