Controller

Company: Robert Half Finance & Accounting
Location: San Diego
Posted on: January 17, 2020

Job Description:

DescriptionDo you want to work as a Controller? Robert Half Finance has a current opening for a reputable services company you don't want to miss. The leadership position is responsible for 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 seeking someone who will motivate others by maintaining a positive professional attitude; is honest, reliable and a leader; and will offer remarkable client services, 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 part of the leadership team, you will lead the generation of innovative ideas that are sound and progressive, challenge the status quo, and foster creativity throughout your area of responsibility. The full-time Controller position is situated in the San Diego, California area.Your responsibilities

• Manage the production of the annual budget and forecasts and monitor on a monthly basis
• Takes action on items beyond formal job responsibilities
• Present monthly financial reports to executive committee and partners
• Assess, execute and streamline policies, procedures, controls and most methodologies
• Assess deliverables of self and team to verify they meet client expectations
• Responsible for month-end and year-end close of income statement and balance sheet, account reconciliations & G/L analysis
• Time monthly billing and other cash management techniques to make sure cash collection is punctual
• Oversee the activities of the finance department, such as accounts payable, billings & collections, and payroll
• Work closely with executive team and partners to ensure efficient and successful firm-wide operation
• Prepare cash-flow reports that project cash needs at weekly and monthly intervals, and handle daily cash management
• Research, prepare and execute Finance Department initiatives such as software and systems implementation and other departmental or firm-wide improvements, as requiredRequirements
  • Cash flow management experience highly desired
  • Financial reporting experience desired
  • Knowledge of Monthly Financial Statements
  • Proven knowledge of budgeting
  • Strong familiarity with Cash Flow Analysis
  • Foundational knowledge in Cash Flow Forecasts
  • Demonstrated ability to build and deliver effective presentations to audiences with wide-ranging backgrounds
  • 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including as a Controller preferred
  • Ability to work in a dynamic and changing environment
  • Accounting experience in publicly-traded company a plus
  • BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, Economics or other business related field
  • Proven analytical skills - defining problems, collecting relevant data, drawing valid conclusions, and recommending improvement/corrective actions
  • Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
  • Seizes opportunities to produce results without direct supervision
  • Attention to detail and ability to follow standard procedures is a requirement
  • Ability to prioritize work and balance multiple projects and deadlines
  • Prior work in technology, analytics and management experience desiredFor further consideration, please email Katie.Illam@RobertHalf.comRobert Half Finance & Accounting, the world's leader in specialized financial staffing, provides exciting full-time opportunities in the areas of accounting, bookkeeping, finance, audit, taxation and more. We pioneered the professional staffing industry, and we've been successfully matching professionals with employers since 1948. Our proven proprietary processes, along with our relationships in 325 locations worldwide, allow us to provide you unparalleled access to exciting career opportunities. But don't take our word for it. Our company has appeared on Fortune magazines list of World's Most Admired Companies since 1998, and 9 out of 10 of our customers would recommend our service to a colleague.Apply for this job now or contact our nearest office at 888.490.5461 for additional information.All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada. 2019 Robert Half Finance & Accounting. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veterans.By clicking 'Apply Now' you are agreeing to Robert Half Terms of Use.Salary: $110,000.00 - $120,000.00 / YearlyLocation: SAN DIEGO, CADate Posted: January 7, 2020Employment Type: Full-timeJob Reference: 00400-0011322801Staffing Area: Finance

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