Controller

Robert Half is seeking an ambitious Controller to become a vital part at an esteemed services company. In this leadership position, you will direct an accounting and clerical department. As the Controller, you will plan and direct all accounting operational functions, manage the accumulation and consolidation of financial information for internal and external financial statements, assess accounting and internal control systems, and guide departmental staff. This company has very competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and ample opportunity for career growth. We are searching for an individual who can motivate others with a positive professional attitude; displays integrity, reliability and leadership; and can offer outstanding client services by managing self and other with urgency, practicality and accountability. You will also be responsible for key decision making and the ability to challenge, negotiate and influence the team. As part of the leadership team, you will be expected to lead the production of innovative ideas that are sound and progressive, to challenge the status quo, and to encourage creativity throughout your area of responsibility. This permanent position is for a Controller who will work in the Fayetteville, New York region.

What you get to do every day

- Lead the operations of the finance department which includes accounts payable, billings & collections, and payroll

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

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

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

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

- Give financial reports to executive committee and partners each month

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

- Advance Finance Department initiatives, such as software and systems implementation and other departmental or firm-wide improvements, as needed, with research, planning and implementation

- Occasionally perform duties beyond formal job responsibilities

- Prepare cash-flow reports, projecting cash needs at weekly and monthly intervals, daily cash management

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

Requirements

- Excellent verbal, written, and social communication skills

- Excellent attention to detail

- Prior experience in a public accounting environment is highly valued

- Deep understanding of bank reconciliations

- Month end closings experience preferred

- CPA experience desired

- Expertise in journal entries

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

- CPA/MBA preferred

- Self-starter and strong ethical standards

- Excellent technology, analytics and management experience required

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

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

- Progressive accounting experience, including as a Controller preferred

- Notable analytical, quantitative and social skills

- Ability to prioritize work and balance multiple projects and deadlines

Salary : $150,000 - $175,000