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Controller

Employer
Robert Half Finance & Accounting
Location
Eagle
Salary
Competitive

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Description Candidates who are driven by high expectations will be interested in this position. The ideal candidate for this position 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. The Controller position is a permanent opportunity in the Eagle, Wisconsin region. You will succeed in this position if you 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. 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 you're looking for exceptional compensation and benefits and potential for career growth, this position might be for you.


Your responsibilities in this role


- Produce cash-flow reports, calculating cash needs at weekly and monthly intervals, and manage daily cash


- Complete tasks beyond formal job responsibilities


- Support punctual cash collection by managing the timing for monthly billing and other cash management techniques


- Manage monthly and annual close of income statement and balance sheet, the reconciliations of accounts, and G/L analysis


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


- Present monthly financial reports to executive committee and partners


- Inspect deliverables of self and team to ensure that they meet client expectations


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


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


- Evaluate, implement and streamline policies, procedures, controls and most methodologies


- Manage the production of the annual budget and forecasts and monitor them monthly Requirements - Progressive accounting experience, including as a Controller preferred


- Solid understanding of general ledger


- Knowledge of Accounts Payable (AP)


- Proficiency in QuickBooks


- Audited Financial Statements experience


- Remarkable analytical, quantitative and social skills


- Strong attention to detail


- Self-starter, ability to identify issues and resolve problems


- Previous experience in public accounting is highly valued


- Strong communication and interpersonal skills


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


- Prior work in technology, analytics and management experience desired


- CPA or MBA preferred


- Ability to prioritize work and balance multiple projects and deadlines


- Skilled in the construction and delivery of effective presentations to audiences with wide-ranging backgrounds


- Ability to prioritize deals and adapt to quick changes while remaining diligent, and to thrive in a dynamic, high pressure environment


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. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, instant notifications for AI-matched jobs, and more.


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