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Robert Half Controller in Mount Prospect, Illinois

Description

ROLE: Controller

LOCATION: Mt Prospect

DESCRIPTION:

• Manage AP/AR Team and Accounting Manager (3 people)

• Handle Closing and Taxes

• Month End Close

• Budgeting

• Financial Statement Prep

• Elliott ERP System (Run financials)

• MS Excel (Reporting Package)

SOFTWARE: Will utilize ERP, advanced Excel.

Role Overview:

We seek a detail-oriented and experienced Controller to oversee our financial management functions. This role includes managing a small team responsible for accounts payable, accounts receivable, and accounting management. With a direct impact on our financial health and strategic planning, the Controller will ensure accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in all financial activities for our $35M revenue operations.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead a team of three, including the AP/AR team and the Accounting Manager, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment.

  • Manage the entire financial closing process, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.

  • Oversee all tax preparations and filings, maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

  • Conduct month-end close activities, including reconciliations and financial statement reviews.

  • Lead budgeting and financial forecasting efforts, collaborating with department leads to align financial planning with strategic objectives.

  • Prepare and present financial statements, ensuring comprehensive reporting on financial performance.

  • Utilize Elliott ERP System for financial management, ensuring data integrity and accuracy.

  • Develop and manage financial reports using MS Excel, providing critical data and insights for decision-making.

  • Ensure financial policies, procedures, and controls are in place and followed, aligning with company goals and compliance requirements.

    Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA or Master’s degree preferred.

  • A minimum of 5 years of financial management experience, with proven leadership capabilities.

  • Strong expertise in using Elliott ERP System and advanced proficiency in MS Excel.

  • Exceptional analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

  • Demonstrated ability to manage deadlines and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to lead and motivate a team.

  • Commitment to maintaining high accuracy and attention to detail.

  • Must be able to work onsite full-time.

    Requirements

MUST HAVES:

• Understand cost accounting, bill of materials

• Inventory analysis

• Advanced Excel- they do all their reporting using Excel

• Strong communication skills across all levels of an organization

• Degree in accounting or related field

• Stable background

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.

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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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