Description

　　Robert Half is helping a renowned services company find an ambitious candidate to fill the role of a Controller. This leadership role oversees an accounting and clerical department. As the Controller, you will plan and direct all accounting operational functions, manage the accumulation and consolidation of financial information for internal and external financial statements, assess accounting and internal control systems, and guide departmental staff. Working with this company, you will receive competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits package, as well as 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. Additionally, you will handle key decisions and 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 Controller will be a permanent employment opportunity and will be located in the Nashville, Tennessee region and requires a CPA.

　　Responsibilities

　　Assess deliverables of self and team to verify they meet client expectations

　　Research, prepare and execute Finance Department initiatives such as software and systems implementation and other departmental or firm-wide improvements, as required

　　Collaborate with executive team and partners to support efficient and effective firm-wide operation

　　Comfortable in taking on tasks beyond formal job responsibilities

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

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

　　Evaluate, apply and refine policies, procedures, controls and most methodologies

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

　　Give executive committee and partners monthly financial reports

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

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

　　-Qualified candidates contact Daniel Shomo

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

　　Attentive, ability to work independently and prioritize tasks

　　Demonstrated ability in exemplary analytical, quantitative and social skills

　　Vow to meet business deadlines

　　Solid understanding of CPA

　　GAAP Accounting experience required

　　Foundational knowledge in financial analysis

　　Proficiency in month end closings

　　Annual Budget experience

　　CPA or MBA preferred

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

　　Self-driven motivator who takes initiative on projects with a strong ability to understand and solve creative challenges

　　Previous experience in public accounting is highly valued

　　Past work in technology, analytics and management experience highly valued

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

　　Excellent oral and written communication skills

　　Ability to thrive in a dynamic, high pressure environment, to prioritize deals and adapt to quick changes while remaining diligent

　　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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