Controller

Company: Robert Half Finance & Accounting
Location: Stockton
Posted on: January 19, 2023

Job Description:

Description Robert Half is seeking an ambitious and success driven Controller to join the ranks at a well-respected family-owned and local company. This leadership role oversees 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 looking for someone who motivates others through a positive detail oriented attitude; exhibits integrity, reliability and leadership; and is able to provide exceptional client services by managing self and others 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 will be a full-time employment opportunity and will be located in the Stockton, California region. Major responsibilities

• Manage the timing for monthly billing and other cash management techniques to make sure cash collection is on time
• Prepare cash-flow reports that project cash needs at weekly and monthly intervals, and handle daily cash management
• Assess deliverables of self and team to verify they meet client expectations
• Handle monthly and annual close of income statement and balance sheet, account reconciliations & G/L analysis
• Each month, present executive committee and partners with financial reports
• Assess, execute and streamline policies, procedures, controls and most methodologies
• Advance Finance Department initiatives, such as software and systems implementation and other departmental or firm-wide improvements, as needed, with research, planning and implementation
• Oversee the activities of the finance department, such as accounts payable, billings & collections, and payroll
• Able to perform additional tasks beyond formal job duties
• Manage the production of the annual budget and forecasts and monitor on a monthly basis
• Work closely with executive team and partners to ensure that firm-wide operation is efficient and effective Requirements - 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including as a Controller preferred
  • Self-starter, ability to identify issues and resolve problems
  • Attention to detail and ability to follow standard procedures is a requirement
  • Strong communication skills and able to receive criticism well
  • Ability to prioritize work and balance multiple projects and deadlines
  • Prior experience in a public accounting environment is highly valued
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a dynamic and constantly changing company environment
  • BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, Economics or other business related field
  • CPA or MBA preferred
  • Excellent technology, analytics and management experience required
  • Able to build and deliver effective presentations to audiences with wide-ranging backgrounds
  • Demonstrated ability in strong analytical, quantitative and social skills
  • Proven knowledge of financial modeling
  • Logistics & distribution experience
  • General familiarity with financial reporting
  • Skills in Vendor Relationship Management
  • Well-founded grasp of Financial Metrics
  • Wide ranging experience with cash flow management
  • Earlier work involving cash management
  • Experience with Financial Management
  • Previous experience working with Manage Relationships
  • Quality experience with financial statement preparation
  • Practical knowledge of general ledger
  • Month end closings experience
  • Good understanding of Human Capital Management
  • Transportation Logistics experience
  • Distribution Centers experience required Robert Half is the worlds 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.Robert Half puts you in the best position to succeed by advocating on your behalf and promoting you to employers. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/mobile) and get 1-tap apply, instant notifications for AI-matched jobs, and more.Robert Half will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to temporary professionals. Visit https://roberthalf.gobenefits.net/ for more information. 2022 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking Apply Now, youre agreeing to Robert Halfs Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/terms-of-use) .

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