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Description This position is ideal for someone who is driven by high expectations. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a role where integrity, reliability and leadership are valued. Robert Half's new Controller opening will give you the opportunity to take responsibility for an accounting and clerical department at a successful company. The Controller will be a permanent employment opportunity and will be located in the Dallas, Texas region. 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. In this role, it will be critical for you to effectively manage self and others within strict time constraints when providing client services, lead while also being a team player, generate innovative ideas, and challenge the status quo. In this position, you will receive exceptional compensation and benefits and potential for career growth.Major responsibilities
Support Finance Department initiatives, including software and systems implementation and other departmental or firm-wide improvements, through research, planning and implementation, as needed
Give financial reports to executive committee and partners each month
Meet client expectations by reviewing deliverables of self and team to make sure they meet client satisfaction
Occasionally perform duties beyond formal job responsibilities
Assess, execute and improve policies, procedures, controls and most methodologies
Drive the timing for monthly billing and other cash management techniques to ensure the timely cash collection
Responsible for month-end and year-end close of income statement and balance sheet, account reconciliations & G/L analysis
Manage finance department operations, including accounts payable, billings & collections, and payroll
Prepare cash-flow reports, projecting cash needs at weekly and monthly intervals, daily cash management
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 Requirements - Comfortable working in a changing and dynamic environment
Able to build and deliver effective presentations to audiences with wide-ranging backgrounds
High attention to detail and possesses excellent organizational and writing skills
Command of Microsoft Excel
Cash Flow Forecasts experience desired
Earlier experience in public accounting is highly valued
Progressive accounting experience, including as a Controller preferred
Excellent written, verbal and social communication skills highly desired
Ability to prioritize work and balance multiple projects and deadlines
Advanced credentials such as a Masters of Business Administration / MBA or Certified Public Accountant / CPA are preferred
Prior work in technology, analytics and management experience desired
BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, Economics or other business related field
Excellent analytical, quantitative and social skills
Self-driven motivator who takes initiative on projects with a strong ability to understand and solve creative challenges
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) .
