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Robert Half Controller in Houston, Texas
Description Robert Half is looking for an ambitious Controller to join a well-respected services company. The leadership position is responsible for an accounting and clerical department. As the Controller, your tasks will include planning and directing all accounting operational functions, managing the accumulation and consolidation of financial information for internal and external financial statements, assessing accounting and internal control systems, and guiding departmental staff. This company offers very competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and excellent career growth. We want to hear from you if you can motivate others with your positive professional attitude; are honest, reliable and a leader; and can provide outstanding client services by managing self and others with urgency, practicality and accountability. You will also be expected to make key decisions and be able to challenge, negotiate and influence the team. As a part of the leadership team, you will lead the generation of innovative ideas that are sound and progressive, challenge the status quo, and foster creativity throughout your area of responsibility. This permanent position is for a Controller who will work in the Houston, Texas region.
Major responsibilities
Occasionally perform duties beyond formal job responsibilities
Handle daily cash management and produce cash-flow reports, calculating cash needs at weekly and monthly intervals
Give financial reports to executive committee and partners each month
Review and revise deliverables of self and team to ensure that they meet client expectations
Manage the timing for monthly billing and other cash management techniques to make sure cash collection is on time
Support Finance Department initiatives, such as software and systems implementation and other departmental or firm-wide improvements, with research, planning, and implementation, as required
Assess, execute and streamline policies, procedures, controls and most methodologies
Perform tasks associated with month-end and year-end close of income statement and balance sheet, account reconciliations & G/L analysis
Manage the creation of the annual budget and forecasts and monitor them on a monthly basis
Lead the operations of the finance department which includes accounts payable, billings & collections, and payroll
Work closely with executive team and partners to ensure that firm-wide operation is efficient and effective Requirements - Accomplished in analytical, quantitative and social skills
Ability to prioritize deals and adapt to quick changes while remaining diligent, and to thrive in a dynamic, high pressure environment
Self-starter and strong ethical standards
5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including as a Controller preferred
Prior work in technology, analytics and management experience desired
Demonstrated ability to build and deliver effective presentations to audiences with wide-ranging backgrounds
CPA/MBA preferred
Financial statement preparation experience preferred
Comprehensive knowledge of month end closings
Strong familiarity with technical accounting
Dedication and requisite skills to meet critical business deadlines
Earlier experience in public accounting is highly valued
Strong communication and social skills
Be detailed, flexible, and organized
BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, Economics or other business related field
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