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Are you driven by high expectations? This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a role where integrity, reliability and leadership are valued. Robert Half seeks a Controller to become a part of a successful company and take responsibility for an accounting and clerical department. 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. This position is for candidates who can effectively manage self and others within strict time constraints when providing client services, lead while also being a team player, generate innovative ideas, and challenge the status quo. If your ideal job offers you exceptional compensation and benefits and potential for career growth, this is a good fit!

What you get to do every single day

• Research, prepare and execute Finance Department initiatives such as software and systems implementation and other departmental or firm-wide improvements, as required
• Present executive committee and partners with monthly financial reports
• Check deliverables of self and team to certify they meet client expectations
• Takes action on items beyond formal job responsibilities
• Direct finance department activities, such as accounts payable, billings & collections, and payroll
• Manage monthly and annual close of income statement and balance sheet, the reconciliations of accounts, and G/L analysis
• Produce cash-flow reports, calculating cash needs at weekly and monthly intervals, and manage daily cash
• Manage the production of and monthly monitoring of the annual budget and forecasts
• Work closely with executive team and partners to ensure efficient and successful firm-wide operation
• Evaluate, apply and refine policies, procedures, controls and most methodologies
• Drive the timing for monthly billing and other cash management techniques to ensure the timely cash collection

Requirements

• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, high pressure environment, to prioritize deals and adapt to quick changes while remaining diligent
• Well-founded grasp of year end closings
• Earlier experience in public accounting is highly valued
• Advanced credentials such as Certified Public Accountant / CPA are preferred
• Ability to effectively interact, verbally and in writing
• Ability to handle multiple projects within strict deadlines
• BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, Economics or other business related field
• Proficiency in job costing
• Month end closings experience preferred
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including as a Controller preferred
• Detailed and have the ability work independently
• Proven knowledge of Full Cycle Accounting
• Candidate must possess first-rate analytical, quantitative and social skills
• Outstanding communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills, both oral and written, and ability to build as well as deliver effective presentations
• Solid understanding of construction
• Self-starter and strong ethical standards
• Prior work in technology, analytics and management experience desired
• Construction Cost experience preferred
• Financial statement preparation experience highly desired

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 puts you in the best position to succeed by advocating on your behalf and promoting you to employers. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity – even on the go.

Questions? Call your local office at 1.888.490.5461. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.

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