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Robert Half Controller in Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Description
Robert Half is working a new Controller opportunity in the Cedar Rapids, Iowa area.
Are you a dynamic and experienced financial professional ready to lead and influence? We are seeking a forward-thinking Controller to drive excellence in financial operations while managing a skilled accounting team. This highly visible leadership role is ideal for someone with strong management and technical skills who enjoys working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
Position Overview:
As Controller, you will take charge of financial operations, leading a team responsible for accounting, payroll, and consolidated financial reporting across multiple entities. This role encompasses managing daily operations, ensuring compliance, fostering team development, and driving organizational efficiency while maintaining strong relationships with various stakeholders. You will have the unique opportunity to connect with high-level individuals within the organization, including shareholders, and decision-makers. This role is also critical in both day-to-day execution of accounting and working with CFO regarding long-term strategic planning.
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee consolidated financial statements for multiple entities and departments, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
Supervise and support accounting and payroll staff, managing deadlines and addressing team dynamics.
Maintain the chart of accounts, general ledger, and review journal entries for organizational transactions.
Lead efforts to streamline processes, enhance reporting efficiency, and implement system upgrades.
Meet quarterly with shareholders, and operational leaders to provide financial guidance and insights.
Direct tax compliance for federal, state, and local payroll and corporate taxes.
Analyze performance metrics to identify opportunities for efficiency and the adoption of best practices.
Ensure successful year-end audits, including financial and 401(k) plans.
Serve as a leadership presence to manage staff dynamics, mentor newer team members, and collaborate effectively with tenured team members.
Why Join?
You will join a team that values collaboration, professional development, and operational improvement. This position offers a clear pathway toward strategic involvement over time, making it an exciting opportunity for a professional seeking both immediate leadership responsibilities and long-term growth within the organization. If you are passionate about financial excellence, operational efficiency, and creating a collaborative team environment, we encourage you to apply.
Requirements
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA preferred).
A minimum of 5 years of financial management experience, ideally within healthcare or a comparable industry.
Proven skills in leading and developing accounting teams with diverse levels of tenure and experience.
Strong analytical ability and attention to detail, with hands-on experience in reconciliation, efficiency initiatives, and reporting.
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the confidence to present complex financial information to high-level stakeholders.
Self-motivated, resourceful, and able to work within tight deadlines while managing multiple priorities.
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