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Robert Half Controller in Bensenville, Illinois
Description Are you driven by high expectations? Candidates who thrive in roles where integrity, reliability and leadership are valued will be preferred for this position. Robert Half seeks a Controller to become a part of a successful company and take responsibility for an accounting and clerical department. Based in the Bensenville, Illinois area, this opening for a Controller is a permanent position. 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
Prepare cash-flow reports that project cash needs at weekly and monthly intervals, and handle daily cash management
Guide all operations of the finance department, including accounts payable, billings & collections, and payroll
Advance Finance Department initiatives, such as software and systems implementation and other departmental or firm-wide improvements, as needed, with research, planning and implementation
Each month, present executive committee and partners with financial reports
Review deliverables of self and team to align with client expectations
Manage the production of and monthly monitoring of the annual budget and forecasts
Collaborate with executive team and partners to make efficient and effective firm-wide operation possible
Assess, execute and improve policies, procedures, controls and most methodologies
Manage the timing for monthly billing and other cash management techniques to make sure cash collection is on time
Handle monthly and annual close of income statement and balance sheet, account reconciliations & G/L analysis
Flexible in completing tasks beyond formal job responsibilities Requirements - Vow to meet business deadlines
Self-starter, ability to identify issues and resolve problems
Ability to prioritize deals and adapt to quick changes while remaining diligent, and to thrive in a dynamic, high pressure environment
Advanced credentials such as a Masters of Business Administration / MBA or Certified Public Accountant / CPA are preferred
BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, Economics or other business related field
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Outstanding technology, analytics and management experience required
High attention to detail and possesses excellent organizational and writing skills
Previous experience in public accounting is highly valued
Solid understanding of Sage Software
Expertise in Month-end Close Activities
Proficiency in consolidations
Extraordinary analytical, quantitative and social skills
Skilled in the construction and delivery of effective presentations to audiences with wide-ranging backgrounds
7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including as a Controller preferred
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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