Controller

Robert Half has an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Controller to join a well-respected services company. In this leadership position, you will direct an accounting and clerical department. 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 provides competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and strong opportunity for 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. You will also be expected to make key decisions and be able to 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 Houston, Texas region.

Responsibilities

• Manage monthly and annual close of income statement and balance sheet, the reconciliations of accounts, and G/L analysis
• Each month, present executive committee and partners with financial reports
• Assess, execute and improve policies, procedures, controls and most methodologies
• Direct finance department activities, such as accounts payable, billings & collections, and payroll
• Manage the creation of the annual budget and forecasts and monitor them on a monthly basis
• Ensure deliverables of self and team meet client expectations
• Manage daily cash and prepare cash-flow reports, projecting cash needs at weekly and monthly intervals
• Support punctual cash collection by managing the timing for monthly billing and other cash management techniques
• Perform duties beyond formal job responsibilities
• Collaborate with executive team and partners to make efficient and effective firm-wide operation possible
• Research, plan and implement Finance Department initiatives including software and systems implementation and other departmental or firm-wide improvements, as needed
• Earlier experience in public accounting is highly valued
• Candidate must possess first-rate analytical, quantitative and social skills
• Ability to work in a dynamic and changing environment
• Ability to prioritize work and balance multiple projects and deadlines
• Deep understanding of month end closings
• Budget forecasting experience
• Solid understanding of Epicor
• Financial statement preparation experience preferred
• Cost accounting experience preferred
• Self-driven motivator who takes initiative on projects with a strong ability to understand and solve creative challenges
• Advanced credentials such as a Masters of Business Administration / MBA or Certified Public Accountant / CPA are preferred
• Able to build and deliver effective presentations to audiences with wide-ranging backgrounds
• Great written, verbal, and interpersonal skills
• BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, Economics or other business related field
• High attention to detail and possesses excellent organizational and writing skills
• Prior work in technology, analytics and management experience desired
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including as a Controller preferred

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