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Robert Half Finance Director in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Description This exciting position for a determined Controller for an esteemed Legal company is being filled by Robert Half. This is a leadership role with responsibility over an accounting and clerical department. As the Controller, you will plan and direct all accounting operational functions, manage the accumulation and consolidation of financial information for internal and external financial statements, assess accounting and internal control systems, and guide departmental staff. This company offers a very competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits package along with strong career growth. We are seeking an individual for this role who is able to motivate others by maintaining a positive professional attitude; exhibit integrity, reliability and leadership; and is capable of providing exceptional client services by managing self and others by responding with a sense of urgency, practicality and accountability. Additionally, you will handle key decisions and challenge, negotiate and influence the team. As a leader, you will encourage innovative ideas that are sound and progressive, challenge the status quo, and support creativity in your area of responsibility. The Controller position is a permanent opportunity in the Minneapolis, Minnesota region.
Your responsibilities
Lead the operations of the finance department which includes accounts payable, billings & collections, and payroll
Time monthly billing and other cash management techniques to make sure cash collection is punctual
Comfortable handling responsibilities beyond formal job duties
Manage the production of and monthly monitoring of the annual budget and forecasts
Advance Finance Department initiatives, such as software and systems implementation and other departmental or firm-wide improvements, as needed, with research, planning and implementation
Inspect deliverables of self and team to ensure that they meet client expectations
Prepare cash-flow reports that project cash needs at weekly and monthly intervals, and handle daily cash management
Analyze, apply and improve policies, procedures, controls and most methodologies
Work closely with executive team and partners to ensure that firm-wide operation is efficient and effective
Complete month-end and year-end close of income statement and balance sheet, reconcile accounts, and handle G/L analysis
Present executive committee and partners with monthly financial reports Requirements - 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including as a Controller preferred
Able to build and deliver effective presentations to audiences with wide-ranging backgrounds
Advanced credentials such as a Masters of Business Administration / MBA or Certified Public Accountant / CPA are preferred
Prior experience in a public accounting environment is highly valued
Shared Services experience desired
General familiarity with year end closings
Prepare Financial Reports experience
Background working with financial analysis
Expertise in Accounting management
Demonstrated knowledge of month end closings
Proficiency in Legal Services
Budget forecasting experience highly preferred
Adeptness in Trust accounting
Practical knowledge of general ledger
Microsoft Excel experience highly desired
Notable analytical, quantitative and social skills
High attention to detail and possesses excellent organizational and writing skills
Prior work in technology, analytics and management experience desired
Experience working in a dynamic and changing company environment a plus
Strong communication and social skills and able to receive criticism well
Self-driven motivator who takes initiative on projects with a strong ability to understand and solve creative challenges
Ability to meet deadlines
BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, Economics or other business related field
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.
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