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　　CONTACT: SALVATORE.ZAPPULLA@ROBERTHALF.

　　The ideal candidate for this position is driven by high expectations. Do you thrive in a role where integrity, reliability and leadership are valued? Check out this job! You might be the Controller Robert Half is looking for, if you want to take responsibility for the accounting and clerical department of a successful company. The Controller position is a permanent opportunity in the New London, Connecticut region. 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, you might be right for this position. You will succeed in this position if you can effectively manage self and others within strict time constraints when providing client services, lead while also being a team player, generate innovative ideas, and challenge the status quo. In this position, you will receive exceptional compensation and benefits and potential for career growth.

　　What you get to do every day

　　Present monthly financial reports to executive committee and partners

　　Check deliverables of self and team to certify they meet client expectations

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

　　Respond on items beyond formal job responsibilities

　　CONTACT: SALVATORE.ZAPPULLA@ROBERTHALF.

　　Requirements - Prior work in technology, analytics and management experience desired

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

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

　　Excellent attention to detail

　　Accounting experience in publicly-traded company a plus

　　Proven analytical skills - defining problems, collecting relevant data, drawing valid conclusions, and recommending improvement/corrective actions

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

　　Seizes opportunities to produce results without direct supervision

　　Proven knowledge of budgeting

　　Comprehensive knowledge of month end closings

　　Strong familiarity with supervising

　　Well-founded grasp of Banner

　　501C3 experience

　　General familiarity with Microsoft Excel

　　Financial reporting experience preferred

　　Endowments experience

　　Experience working in a dynamic and changing company environment a plus

　　Progressive accounting experience, including as a Controller preferred

　　Excellent oral and written communications skills

　　Dedication and requisite skills to meet critical business 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.

　　Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

　　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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