Controller

A current opening through Robert Half, seeks an ambitious, determined Controller to join the team at a prominent services company. The leadership position is responsible for an accounting and clerical department. As the Controller, you will be planning and directing all accounting operational functions, handling the accumulation and consolidation of financial data for internal and external financial statements, evaluating accounting and internal control systems, and leading departmental staff. This company offers a very competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits package along with strong 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 expected to make key decisions and be able to challenge, negotiate and influence the team. You will join the leadership team in supporting the generation of innovative ideas that are sound and progressive, challenging the status quo, and fostering creativity in your department. The permanent Controller position is situated in the Grand Rapids, Michigan area.

Your responsibilities

- Responsible for 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

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

- Act on items beyond formal job responsibilities

- Present executive committee and partners with monthly financial reports

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

- Check deliverables of self and team to certify they meet client expectations

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

- Manage the production of the annual budget and forecasts and monitor on a monthly basis

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

- Work closely with executive team and partners to facilitate efficient and effective firm-wide operation

Salary : $185,000 - $200,000