Description Do you have 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? Contact Robert Half about this reputable company's Controller opportunity. 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. 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, this role might be right for you. You might be a good fit for this position if you are a creative team player with a talent for challenging the status quo, coming up with unique ideas, negotiating and influencing. Consider this position if you're looking to advance your career with a very competitive and generous compensation and benefits package. The permanent Controller position is situated in the Los Angeles, California area.

　　Key responsibilities

　　Manage daily cash and prepare cash-flow reports, projecting cash needs at weekly and monthly intervals

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

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

　　Manage the timing for monthly billing and other cash management techniques to make sure cash collection is on time

　　Guide all operations of the finance department, including accounts payable, billings & collections, and payroll

　　Complete month-end and year-end close of income statement and balance sheet, reconcile accounts, and handle G/L analysis

　　Able to perform additional tasks beyond formal job duties

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

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

　　Give executive committee and partners monthly financial reports

　　Analyze deliverables of self and team to confirm they meet client expectations Requirements - Experience working in a dynamic and changing company environment a plus

　　Self-starter, ability to identify issues and resolve problems

　　Ability and willingness to meet business critical deadlines

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

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

　　Prior work in technology, analytics and management experience desired

　　Prior experience in a public accounting environment is highly valued

　　Strong communication skills and able to receive criticism well

　　Quality experience with QuickBooks

　　Solid understanding of Full Cycle Accounting

　　Hands-on experience with Monthly Bank Reconciliation

　　Good understanding of financial reporting

　　Wide ranging experience with Microsoft Excel

　　Comprehension of journal entries

　　Knowledge of Month-end Close Activities

　　Earlier work involving Excel Formulas

　　Skills in financial statement preparation

　　Well-founded grasp of eCommerce

　　Month-end Journal Entries experience preferred

　　Practical knowledge of Retail Wholesale

　　Month-end Financial experience

　　Previous experience working with Financial Statement

　　General familiarity with Wholesale distribution

　　Experience with bank reconciliations

　　Solid understanding of Human Resources (HR) Administration

　　Experience with Month-end Reports

　　Month end closings experience

　　Proven knowledge of Controllership

　　Prior experience with Worker's Compensation

　　Notable analytical, quantitative and social skills

　　Detailed and have the ability work independently

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

　　Strong communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills, both oral and written, and ability to build as well as deliver effective presentations

　　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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