Description

A prominent services company is looking to grow its team by hiring a Controller through Robert Half. This is a leadership role with responsibility over 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. This company offers a very competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits package along with strong 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. You will also make key decisions and 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 permanent Controller position is situated in the North Charleston, South Carolina area.

Your responsibilities

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

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

Each month, present executive committee and partners with financial reports

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

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

Ensure deliverables of self and team meet client expectations

Analyze, apply and improve policies, procedures, controls and most methodologies

Act on items beyond formal job responsibilities

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

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

Work closely with executive team and partners to ensure efficient and successful firm-wide operation

For more information please contact jerome.johnson@roberthalf com

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

High attention to detail

Well-founded grasp of bank reconciliations

Proven knowledge of financial reporting

Foundational knowledge in Month-end Reports

Experience with Annual Financial Reporting

General familiarity with cash management

Month end closings experience desired

Deep understanding of Month-end Journal Entries

Knowledge of Month-end Close Activities

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

Previous experience in public accounting is highly valued

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

Ability to prioritize work and balance multiple projects and deadlines

Self-starter with efficient time management and organizational skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

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

CPA/MBA preferred

Accomplished in analytical, quantitative and social skills

Outstanding technology, analytics and management experience required

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