Description Robert Half is looking for an ambitious Controller to join a well-respected services company. This leadership role oversees an accounting and clerical department. As the Controller, your tasks will include planning and directing all accounting operational functions, managing the accumulation and consolidation of financial information for internal and external financial statements, assessing accounting and internal control systems, and guiding departmental staff. This company offers a very competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits package along with strong 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 responsible for key decision making and the ability to challenge, negotiate and influence the team. Being part of the leadership team, you will advance the production of innovative ideas that are sound and progressive, challenge the status quo, and encourage creativity in your team. The Controller position is a permanent opportunity in the Olympia, Washington region.

　　What you get to do every day

　　Assure client expectations are met by reviewing deliverables of self and team

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

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

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

　　Handle daily cash management and produce cash-flow reports, calculating cash needs at weekly and monthly intervals

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

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

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

　　Manage the creation of and monthly monitoring of the annual budget and forecasts

　　Give financial reports to executive committee and partners each month

　　Perform duties beyond formal job responsibilities Requirements - Bachelors / Honours Degree required

　　Ability to complete multiple tasks and projects within deadlines

　　Financial auditing experience

　　Deep understanding of GAAP Accounting

　　Foundational knowledge in Supervisory management

　　Budget monitoring experience preferred

　　Self-starter and strong ethical standards

　　Detailed and have the ability work independently

　　Progressive accounting experience, including as a Controller preferred

　　Excellent technology, analytics and management experience required

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

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

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

　　Ability to work well in matrix organization and dealing with ambiguity

　　Previous experience in public accounting is highly valued

　　Skillful in analytical, quantitative and social skills

　　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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