Description Robert Half is seeking candidates who 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, for a Controller position at a reputable Environmental company. If you are good at 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 role might be right for you. To succeed in this role, you will need to lead with integrity and reliability and have the ability to manage self and others with urgency, practicality and accountability when providing client services. If you're a creative team player with a talent for challenging the status quo, coming up with unique ideas, negotiating and influencing, this might be the job for you. Is it time to advance your career? Find out more about this opportunity and take the next steps toward a very competitive and generous compensation and benefits package. Based in the Severna Park, MD area, this opening for a Controller is a permanent position. Please apply via LinkedIn at Jorge Ventura: jorge-ventura-cpa-90385945/Your responsibilities in this role
Evaluate, apply and refine policies, procedures, controls and most methodologies
Support punctual cash collection by managing the timing for monthly billing and other cash management techniques
Manage the production of and monthly monitoring of the annual budget and forecasts
Collaborate with executive team and partners to make efficient and effective firm-wide operation possible
Produce cash-flow reports, calculating cash needs at weekly and monthly intervals, and manage daily cash
Guide all operations of the finance department, including accounts payable, billings & collections, and payroll
Give financial reports to executive committee and partners each month
Complete month-end and year-end close of income statement and balance sheet, reconcile accounts, and handle G/L analysis
Flexible in completing tasks beyond formal job responsibilities
Support Finance Department initiatives, such as software and systems implementation and other departmental or firm-wide improvements, with research, planning, and implementation, as required
Reviews deliverables of self and team to ensure that they meet client expectations
Requirements
Strong communication and social skills and able to receive criticism well
Past work in technology, analytics and management experience highly valued
Be detailed, flexible, and organized
Strong familiarity with Full Cycle Accounting
Expertise in month end closings
Foundational knowledge in manufacturing
Financial statement preparation experience
BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, Economics or other business related field
Demonstrated ability to work in a dynamic and constantly changing company environment
Outstanding communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills, both oral and written, and ability to build as well as deliver effective presentations
5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including as a Controller preferred
Earlier experience in public accounting is highly valued
Strong organizational skills and a proven ability to meet deadlines
Demonstrated ability in strong analytical, quantitative and social skills
Seizes opportunities to produce results without direct supervision
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) .
