Description Robert Half is helping a renowned services company find an ambitious candidate to fill the role of a Hybrid Controller. This leadership role oversees an accounting and clerical department. As the Controller, you will be planning and directing all accounting operational functions, handling the accumulation and consolidation of financial data for internal and external financial statements, evaluating accounting and internal control systems, and leading departmental staff. This company offers a very competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits package along with strong career growth. We are seeking someone who will motivate others by maintaining a positive professional attitude; is honest, reliable and a leader; and will offer remarkable client services, managing self and others with a sense of urgency, practicality and accountability. You will also be expected to make key decisions and be able to challenge, negotiate and influence the team. You will join the leadership team in supporting the generation of innovative ideas that are sound and progressive, challenging the status quo, and fostering creativity in your department. This permanent position is for a Controller who will work in the Santa Fe, New Mexico region.Your responsibilities in this role
Prepare cash-flow reports, projecting cash needs at weekly and monthly intervals, daily cash management
Present CFO and Owner with monthly financial reports
Prepare for audit
Manage the creation of the annual budget and forecasts and monitor them on a monthly basis
Work closely with executive team and partners to facilitate efficient and effective firm-wide operation
Research, plan and implement Finance Department initiatives including software and systems implementation and other departmental or firm-wide improvements, as needed
Assess, execute and improve policies, procedures, controls and most methodologies
Direct finance department activities, such as accounts payable, billings & collections, and payroll
Ensure timely cash collection by driving the timing for monthly billing and other cash management techniques
Consolidted financial statements
Responsible for month-end and year-end close of income statement and balance sheet, account reconciliations & G/L analysis
Requirements - Excellent communication and organizational skills
Self-starter with efficient time management and organizational skills
Candidate must possess first-rate analytical, quantitative and social skills
Skilled in the construction and delivery of effective presentations to audiences with wide-ranging backgrounds
CPA or MBA preferred
BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, Economics or other business related field
Earlier experience in public accounting is highly valued
Past work in technology, analytics and management experience highly valued
Experience with Debt Service
Consolidated Financial Statements experience desired
Deep understanding of Audit Prep
Command of financial reporting
Prepare Annual Budgets experience
Detailed and have the ability work independently
Ability to work well in matrix organization and dealing with ambiguity
5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including as a Controller preferred
Ability and willingness to meet business critical deadlines
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) .