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Robert Half Controller in Saint Paul, Minnesota
Description You could become a Controller with a reputable company working with Robert Half, 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. You will succeed in this position 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. If you can lead with integrity and reliability and have the ability to manage self and others with urgency, practicality and accountability when providing client services, this role might be right for you. We're looking for creative team players with a talent for challenging the status quo, coming up with unique ideas, negotiating and influencing. Is it time to advance your career? Find out more about this opportunity and take the next steps toward a very competitive and generous compensation and benefits package. This permanent position is for a Controller who will work in the Saint Paul, Minnesota region.
What you get to do every single day
Perform duties beyond formal job responsibilities
Assess, execute and streamline policies, procedures, controls and most methodologies
Assess deliverables of self and team to verify they meet client expectations
Collaborate with executive team and partners to make efficient and effective firm-wide operation possible
Time monthly billing and other cash management techniques to make sure cash collection is punctual
Perform tasks associated with month-end and year-end close of income statement and balance sheet, account reconciliations & G/L analysis
Give executive committee and partners monthly financial reports
Handle daily cash management and produce cash-flow reports, calculating cash needs at weekly and monthly intervals
Research, prepare and execute Finance Department initiatives such as software and systems implementation and other departmental or firm-wide improvements, as required
Guide all operations of the finance department, including accounts payable, billings & collections, and payroll
Manage the creation of the annual budget and forecasts and monitor them on a monthly basis Requirements - Deep understanding of Public Accounting Audit
Enterprise SaaS experience desired
Expertise in Full Cycle Accounting
Ability to complete multiple tasks and projects within deadlines
Great written, verbal, and interpersonal skills
Past work in technology, analytics and management experience highly valued
10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including as a Controller preferred
BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, Economics or other business related field
Self-starter, ability to identify issues and resolve problems
Observant, accurate and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Comfortable working in a changing and dynamic environment
Skilled in analytical, quantitative and social skills
Outstanding communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills, both oral and written, and ability to build as well as deliver effective presentations
CPA/MBA preferred
Earlier experience in public accounting is highly valued
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