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Robert Half Controller in Aptos, California
Description There is a great opportunity for candidates who are driven by high expectations. We're looking for people who thrive in a role where integrity, reliability and leadership are valued. You might be the Controller Robert Half is looking for, if you want to take responsibility for the accounting and clerical department of a successful company. Based in the Aptos, California area, this opening for a Controller is a full-time position. 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 effectively managing self and others within strict time constraints when providing client services, leading while also being a team player, generating innovative ideas, and challenging the status quo. This is a great opportunity for exceptional compensation, benefits and potential for career growth.
Your responsibilities
Assess, execute and improve policies, procedures, controls and most methodologies
Manage the production of the annual budget and forecasts and monitor them monthly
Oversee the activities of the finance department, such as accounts payable, billings & collections, and payroll
Support punctual cash collection by managing the timing for monthly billing and other cash management techniques
Support Finance Department initiatives, including software and systems implementation and other departmental or firm-wide improvements, through research, planning and implementation, as needed
Meet client expectations by reviewing deliverables of self and team to make sure they meet client satisfaction
Manage monthly and annual close of income statement and balance sheet, the reconciliations of accounts, and G/L analysis
Produce cash-flow reports, calculating cash needs at weekly and monthly intervals, and manage daily cash
Flexible in completing tasks beyond formal job responsibilities
Each month, present executive committee and partners with financial reports
Work closely with executive team and partners to ensure efficient and successful firm-wide operation
Posted by Director of Recruiting Scott Moore Requirements - Ability to thrive in a dynamic, high pressure environment, to prioritize deals and adapt to quick changes while remaining diligent
Exceptional analytical, quantitative and social skills
Outstanding technology, analytics and management experience required
Skilled in the construction and delivery of effective presentations to audiences with wide-ranging backgrounds
Prior work done in public accounting is desired
Takes action on items beyond formal job responsibilities
Commitment and abilities to meet critical business deadlines
BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, Economics or other business related field
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Detailed and have the ability work independently
CPA or MBA preferred
Progressive accounting experience, including as a Controller preferred
Full charge bookkeeping experience
Foundational knowledge in Direct Supervision
Year end closings experience highly preferred
Daily Cash Receipts experience highly desired
Practical knowledge of year end closings
Full charge bookkeeping experience required
Cash applications experience
General familiarity with general ledger
Demonstrated knowledge of month end closings
Adeptness in account reconciliation Posted by Director of Recruiting Scott Moore
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