What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controller position at Robert Half?
Robert Half is searching for a Controller to join a small service company. The Controller plans and directs all accounting operational functions, handles the accumulation and consolidation of financial data for internal and external financial statements, evaluates accounting and internal control systems, and leads departmental staff. This company provides competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and strong opportunity for career growth. We are seeking an individual for this role who is able to motivate others by maintaining a positive professional attitude; exhibit integrity, reliability and leadership; and is capable of providing exceptional client services by managing self and others by responding with a sense of urgency, practicality and accountability. You will also be expected to make key decisions and be able to challenge, negotiate and influence the team. As a leader, you will encourage innovative ideas that are sound and progressive, challenge the status quo, and support creativity in your area of responsibility. The permanent Controller position is situated in the Ft Wright, Kentucky area.
Your responsibilities in this role
- Advance Finance Department initiatives, such as software and systems implementation and other departmental or firm-wide improvements, as needed, with research, planning and implementation
- Complete month-end and year-end close of income statement and balance sheet, reconcile accounts, and handle G/L analysis
- Meet client expectations by reviewing deliverables of self and team to make sure they meet client satisfaction
- Assess, execute and streamline policies, procedures, controls and most methodologies
- Prepare cash-flow reports, projecting cash needs at weekly and monthly intervals, daily cash management
- Work closely with executive team and partners to facilitate efficient and effective firm-wide operation
- Manage the production of the annual budget and forecasts and monitor on a monthly basis
- Oversee the activities of the finance department, such as accounts payable, billings & collections, and payroll
- Time monthly billing and other cash management techniques to make sure cash collection is punctual
- Able to perform additional tasks beyond formal job duties
- Each month, present executive committee and partners with financial reports
Salary : $90,000 - $110,000
