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Robert Half Controller in Portland, Oregon
Description
If you have a knack for leading with high standards, positively motivating others, and making critical decisions and have experience taking charge of an accounting and clerical department, contact Jamie Benway with Robert Half about becoming a Controller with a reputable company. Candidates who 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, will be preferred for this position. This position is for candidates who can lead with integrity and reliability and have the ability to manage self and others with urgency, practicality and accountability when providing client services. Consider this position if you are a a creative team player with a talent for challenging the status quo, coming up with unique ideas, negotiating and influencing. Find out more about this opportunity and take the next steps toward a very competitive and generous compensation and benefits package, if it's time to advance your career.
What you get to do every single day
Capable of handling responsibilities beyond formal job duties
Manage the timing for monthly billing and other cash management techniques to make sure cash collection is on time
Each month, present executive committee and partners with financial reports
Advance Finance Department initiatives, such as software and systems implementation and other departmental or firm-wide improvements, as needed, with research, planning and implementation
Review and revise deliverables of self and team to ensure that they meet client expectations
Manage the production of and monthly monitoring of the annual budget and forecasts
Analyze, apply and improve policies, procedures, controls and most methodologies
Handle monthly and annual close of income statement and balance sheet, account reconciliations & G/L analysis
Work closely with executive team and partners to facilitate efficient and effective firm-wide operation
Oversee the activities of the finance department, such as accounts payable, billings & collections, and payroll
Prepare cash-flow reports, projecting cash needs at weekly and monthly intervals, daily cash management
Please contact Jamie Benway with Robert Half to review this position. Job Order: 03600-0012810049
Requirements - Demonstrated ability in strong analytical, quantitative and social skills
Ability to meet deadlines
Progressive accounting experience, including as a Controller preferred
Self-starter with efficient time management and organizational skills
Strong communication skills, both verbally and in writing
Comprehensive knowledge of month end closings
Demonstrated ability to work in a dynamic and constantly changing company environment
CPA or MBA preferred
Earlier experience in public accounting is highly valued
Strong attention to detail
BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, Economics or other business related field
Skilled in the construction and delivery of effective presentations to audiences with wide-ranging backgrounds
Outstanding technology, analytics and management experience required
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