Description An international manufacturing and distribution company is looking to grow its team by hiring a Controller through Robert Half. In this leadership role, you will manage an accounting and clerical department. The Controller plans and directs all accounting operational functions, handles the accumulation and consolidation of financial data for internal and external financial statements, evaluates accounting and internal control systems, and leads departmental staff. This company has very competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and ample opportunity for career growth. We are searching for an individual who can motivate others with a positive professional attitude; displays integrity, reliability and leadership; and can offer outstanding client services by managing self and other with urgency, practicality and accountability. In addition, your responsibilities will include key decision making and challenging, negotiating and influencing 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. Based in the Fredricksburg, Virginia area, this opening for a Controller is a full-time position.

　　Major responsibilities

　　Support punctual cash collection by managing the timing for monthly billing and other cash management techniques

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

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

　　Give executive committee and partners monthly financial reports

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

　　Respond on items beyond formal job responsibilities

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

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

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

　　Responsible for month-end and year-end close of income statement and balance sheet, account reconciliations & G/L analysis

　　Lead the operations of the finance department which includes accounts payable, billings & collections, and payroll Requirements - Ability to handle multiple projects within strict deadlines

　　Attention to detail and proven ability to follow standard procedures is a requirement

　　Ability to work well in matrix organization and dealing with ambiguity

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

　　Great written, verbal, and interpersonal skills

　　CPA or MBA preferred

　　Deep understanding of month end closings

　　Computer aided manufacturing experience desired

　　Command of Analyze Financial Statements

　　Prior work in technology, analytics and management experience desired

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

　　Strong analytical skills, accuracy and attention to detail

　　Self-starter, ability to identify issues and resolve problems

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

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