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Robert Half Controller in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Description
Candidates who are driven by high expectations will be interested in this position. Do you thrive in a role where integrity, reliability and leadership are valued? Controller candidates seeking to become part of a successful Real Estate & Property company will be interested in this opportunity through Robert Half to take responsibility for an accounting and clerical department. If you 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, you might be right for this position. The ideal candidate for this position can 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
Perform duties beyond formal job responsibilities
Complete month-end and year-end close of income statement and balance sheet, reconcile accounts, and handle G/L analysis
Guide all operations of the finance department, including accounts payable, billings & collections, and payroll
Work closely with executive team and partners to facilitate efficient and effective firm-wide operation
Give executive committee and partners monthly financial reports
Inspect deliverables of self and team to ensure that they meet client expectations
Analyze, apply and improve policies, procedures, controls and most methodologies
Research, plan and implement Finance Department initiatives including software and systems implementation and other departmental or firm-wide improvements, as needed
Prepare cash-flow reports that project cash needs at weekly and monthly intervals, and handle daily cash management
Manage the timing for monthly billing and other cash management techniques to make sure cash collection is on time
Manage the production of the annual budget and forecasts and monitor on a monthly basis
Requirements - Attentive, ability to work independently and prioritize tasks
Excellent verbal, written, and social skills
Strong organizational skills and a proven ability to meet deadlines
Self-starter, ability to identify issues and resolve problems
Top notch analytical, quantitative and social skills
Comprehensive knowledge of month end closings
Advanced credentials such as a Masters of Business Administration / MBA or Certified Public Accountant / CPA are preferred
BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, Economics or other business related field
Progressive accounting experience, including as a Controller preferred
Able to build and deliver effective presentations to audiences with wide-ranging backgrounds
Ability to thrive in a dynamic, high pressure environment, to prioritize deals and adapt to quick changes while remaining diligent
Prior work done in public accounting is desired
Prior work in technology, analytics and management experience desired
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