Description Robert Half has an opportunity for someone with a knack for leading with high standards, positively motivating others, and making critical decisions and have experience taking charge of an accounting and clerical department to become a Controller at a reputable company. To succeed in this role, you will need to 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. You might be a good fit for this position if you can lead with integrity and reliability and have the ability to manage self and others with urgency, practicality and accountability when providing client services. If you're a creative team player with a talent for challenging the status quo, coming up with unique ideas, negotiating and influencing, this might be the job for you. This opportunity will provide you with a very competitive and generous compensation and benefits package. If it's time to advance your career, consider this position. The permanent Controller position is situated in the Midland, Texas area.

　　Key responsibilities

　　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

　　Ensure timely cash collection by driving the timing for monthly billing and other cash management techniques

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

　　Handle monthly and annual close of income statement and balance sheet, account reconciliations & G/L analysis

　　Flexible in completing tasks beyond formal job responsibilities

　　Review deliverables of self and team to align with client expectations

　　Assess, execute and improve policies, procedures, controls and most methodologies

　　Give executive committee and partners monthly financial reports

　　Prepare cash-flow reports that project cash needs at weekly and monthly intervals, and handle daily cash management

　　Research, prepare and execute Finance Department initiatives such as software and systems implementation and other departmental or firm-wide improvements, as required Requirements - Takes action on items beyond formal job responsibilities

　　Detailed and have the ability work independently

　　3+ years of progressive accounting experience, including as a Controller preferred

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

　　Comfortable working in a changing and dynamic environment

　　Strong communication and interpersonal skills (verbal, written, and listening)

　　Past work in technology, analytics and management experience highly valued

　　Demonstrated ability in exemplary analytical, quantitative and social skills

　　Prior work done in public accounting is desired

　　Foundational knowledge in Account Balance

　　Command of account analysis

　　Account Coding experience highly desired

　　Account analysis experience desired

　　Proficiency in Account Adjustments

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

　　Advanced credentials such as a Masters of Business Administration / MBA or Certified Public Accountant / CPA are preferred

　　Ability to handle multiple projects within strict deadlines

　　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.

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　　All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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