Description Join the ranks at a well-respected services company as a Controller through Robert Half. In this leadership position, you will direct 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 want to hear from you if you can motivate others with your positive professional attitude; are honest, reliable and a leader; and can provide outstanding client services by managing self and others with urgency, practicality and accountability. You will also be expected to make key decisions and be able to 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 Memphis, Tennessee region.

　　Your responsibilities in this role

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

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

　　Ensure client satisfaction by reviewing deliverables of self and team

　　Give executive committee and partners monthly financial reports

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

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

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

　　Support Finance Department initiatives, including software and systems implementation and other departmental or firm-wide improvements, through research, planning and implementation, as needed

　　Perform duties beyond formal job responsibilities

　　Manage monthly and annual close of income statement and balance sheet, the reconciliations of accounts, and G/L analysis

　　Produce cash-flow reports, calculating cash needs at weekly and monthly intervals, and manage daily cash Requirements - Accounting experience in publicly-traded company a plus

　　Progressive accounting experience, including as a Controller preferred

　　Comprehensive knowledge of month end closings

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

　　High attention to detail

　　Seizes opportunities to produce results without direct supervision

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

　　Strong organizational skills and a proven ability to meet deadlines

　　CPA/MBA preferred

　　Prior work in technology, analytics and management experience desired

　　Extraordinary analytical, quantitative and social skills

　　Experience working in a dynamic and changing company environment a plus

　　Excellent written, verbal and social communication 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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