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Robert Half Controller in Tulare, California
Description
Robert Half has an opening for a Controller for a client in the Manufacturing industry who is seeking an ambitious candidate to join their reputable company. The Controller plans and directs all accounting operational functions, manages the accumulation and consolidation of financial data for internal and external financial statements, analyzes accounting and internal control systems, and guides 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. In addition, your responsibilities will include key decision making and challenging, negotiating and influencing the team. You will join the leadership team in supporting the generation of innovative ideas that are sound and progressive, challenging the status quo, and fostering creativity in your department. This permanent position is for a Controller who will work in the Tulare, California region.
Your responsibilities in this role
Research, prepare and execute Finance Department initiatives such as software and systems implementation and other departmental or firm-wide improvements, as required
Oversee the activities of the finance department, such as accounts payable, billings & collections, and payroll
Present executive committee and partners with monthly financial reports
Evaluate, apply and refine policies, procedures, controls and most methodologies
Drive the timing for monthly billing and other cash management techniques to ensure the timely cash collection
Manage monthly and annual close of income statement and balance sheet, the reconciliations of accounts, and G/L analysis
Work closely with executive team and partners to ensure efficient and successful firm-wide operation
Manage the creation of the annual budget and forecasts and monitor them on a monthly basis
Comfortable in taking on tasks beyond formal job responsibilities
Review and revise deliverables of self and team to ensure that they meet client expectations
Requirements
Self-starter, ability to identify issues and resolve problems
Prior work done in public accounting is desired
Excellent written, verbal and social communication skills highly desired
CPA/MBA preferred
Observant, accurate and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Demonstrated ability to build and deliver effective presentations to audiences with wide-ranging backgrounds
Ability to meet deadlines
Strong analytical skills, with the ability to exercise good judgment and make decisions based on accurate and timely analysis
BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, Economics or other business related field
Budget forecasting experience
Excel Formulas
Analyze Financial Statements
4+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferred
Experience working in a dynamic and changing company environment a plus
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