Description You could become a Controller with a reputable company working with Robert Half, if you have a knack for leading with high standards, positively motivating others, and making critical decisions and have experience taking charge of an accounting and clerical department. The ideal candidate for this position 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. This position is for candidates who can lead with integrity and reliability and have the ability to manage self and others with urgency, practicality and accountability when providing client services. Candidates who are creative team players with a talent for challenging the status quo, coming up with unique ideas, negotiating and influencing will be preferred for this position. Consider this position if you're looking to advance your career with a very competitive and generous compensation and benefits package. The permanent Controller position is situated in the Des Moines, Iowa area.

　　Major responsibilities

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

　　Complete tasks beyond formal job responsibilities

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

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

　　Review and revise deliverables of self and team to ensure that they meet client expectations

　　Present executive committee and partners with monthly financial reports

　　Prepare cash-flow reports, projecting cash needs at weekly and monthly intervals, daily cash management

　　Manage the production of the annual budget and forecasts and monitor them monthly

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

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

　　Support Finance Department initiatives, such as software and systems implementation and other departmental or firm-wide improvements, with research, planning, and implementation, as required Requirements - Strong communication and interpersonal skills (verbal, written, and listening)

　　Accounting experience in publicly-traded company a plus

　　Progressive accounting experience, including as a Controller preferred

　　CPA/MBA preferred

　　Skilled in the construction and delivery of effective presentations to audiences with wide-ranging backgrounds

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

　　Excellent attention to detail

　　Self-starter, ability to identify issues and resolve problems

　　Dedication and requisite skills to meet critical business deadlines

　　Comfortable working in a changing and dynamic environment

　　Skillful in analytical, quantitative and social skills

　　Prior work in technology, analytics and management experience desired

　　Expertise in Analyze Financial Statements

　　General familiarity with analysis

　　Practical knowledge of Ad Hoc Analysis

　　Well-founded grasp of Ad Hoc Analysis

　　Proven knowledge of Ad Hoc Financial Analysis

　　Month end closings experience

　　Monthly Financial Statements experience preferred

　　Annual Budget experience

　　Proficiency in Financial Statement

　　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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