Description This reputable company is seeking a Controller through Robert Half who has 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. To succeed in this role, you will need to 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 role's duties will require leading with integrity and reliability and having the ability to manage self and others with urgency, practicality and accountability when providing client services. Consider this position if you are a a creative team player with a talent for challenging the status quo, coming up with unique ideas, negotiating and influencing. You might be in a good place to advance your career with this opportunity's very competitive and generous compensation and benefits package. Based in the Lee's Summit, Missouri area, this opening for a Controller is a permanent position.What you get to do every day
Work closely with executive team and partners to facilitate efficient and effective firm-wide operation
Assure client expectations are met by reviewing deliverables of self and team
Manage the creation of the annual budget and forecasts and monitor them on a monthly basis
Each month, present executive committee and partners with 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
Prepare cash-flow reports that project cash needs at weekly and monthly intervals, and handle daily cash management
Assess, execute and streamline policies, procedures, controls and most methodologies
Perform tasks associated with month-end and year-end close of income statement and balance sheet, account reconciliations & G/L analysis
Direct finance department activities, such as accounts payable, billings & collections, and payroll
Manage the timing for monthly billing and other cash management techniques to make sure cash collection is on time
Capable of handling responsibilities beyond formal job duties Requirements - Strong communication and social skills
BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, Economics or other business related field
Prior experience in a public accounting environment is highly valued
Demonstrated ability to work in a dynamic and constantly changing company environment
Attention to detail and ability to follow standard procedures is a requirement
Quality experience with Sage 100
Earlier work involving System Implementation
Practical knowledge of Improve Efficiency
Proficiency in Accounts Payable (AP)
Wide ranging experience with general ledger
Solid understanding of month end closings
Foundational knowledge in Accounts Receivable (AR)
Well-founded grasp of Process Improvement
Financial statement preparation experience preferred
Experience with payroll
General familiarity with Efficient Processing
Proven knowledge of budgeting
CPA/MBA preferred
Past work in technology, analytics and management experience highly valued
Self-starter and strong ethical standards
Strong organizational skills and a proven ability to meet deadlines
Demonstrated ability to build and deliver effective presentations to audiences with wide-ranging backgrounds
5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including as a Controller preferred
Strong analytical capabilities and discernment
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.© 2024 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https:///www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .