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Robert Half Controller in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin

Description Candidates who are driven by high expectations will be preferred for this position. If you thrive in a role where integrity, reliability and leadership are valued, this could be the job for you. If you want to take responsibility for an accounting and clerical department, Robert Half is looking for a Controller to join a successful company. The Controller position is a permanent opportunity in the Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin region. Responsibilities include planning and directing all accounting operational functions, handling the accumulation and consolidation of financial data for internal and external financial statements, evaluating accounting and internal control systems, and leading departmental staff. To succeed in this role, you will need to effectively manage self and others within strict time constraints when providing client services, lead while also being a team player, generate innovative ideas, and challenge the status quo. The company provides exceptional compensation and benefits and potential for career growth.

Key responsibilities

  • Manage daily cash and prepare cash-flow reports, projecting cash needs at weekly and monthly intervals

  • Assess deliverables of self and team to verify they meet client expectations

  • Each month, present executive committee and partners with financial reports

  • Research, prepare and execute Finance Department initiatives such as software and systems implementation and other departmental or firm-wide improvements, as required

  • Capable of handling responsibilities beyond formal job duties

  • Time monthly billing and other cash management techniques to make sure cash collection is punctual

  • Evaluate, apply and refine policies, procedures, controls and most methodologies

  • Lead the operations of the finance department which includes accounts payable, billings & collections, and payroll

  • Manage the production of the annual budget and forecasts and monitor on a monthly basis

  • Handle monthly and annual close of income statement and balance sheet, account reconciliations & G/L analysis

  • Work closely with executive team and partners to ensure that firm-wide operation is efficient and effective Requirements - Earlier experience in public accounting is highly valued

  • Strong attention to detail

  • Excellent technology, analytics and management experience required

  • Excellent oral and written communications skills

  • Month-end Financial experience preferred

  • Previous experience working with Automated Payroll

  • Adeptness in Monthly Financial Reporting

  • Experience with CPA Eligible

  • Practical knowledge of cost accounting

  • Background working with Standard Cost Accounting

  • Deep understanding of Month-end Close Activities

  • Manufacturing Cost Accounting experience highly preferred

  • Demonstrated knowledge of Monthly Financial Statements

  • Made2Manage experience highly valued

  • Good understanding of Monthly Variance

  • Comprehensive knowledge of month end closings

  • General familiarity with semi-Monthly Payrolls

  • Earlier work involving CPA

  • Month-end Journal Entries experience

  • Comprehension of CPA Designation

  • Experience with Monthly Account Reconciliation

  • BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, Economics or other business related field

  • 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including as a Controller preferred

  • Able to build and deliver effective presentations to audiences with wide-ranging backgrounds

  • Ability to complete multiple tasks and projects within deadlines

  • Comfortable working in a changing and dynamic environment

  • Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills

  • CPA/MBA preferred

  • Self-starter, ability to identify issues and resolve problems

Robert Half is the world’s 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 works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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