Controller

Company: Robert Half Finance & Accounting
Location: Visalia
Posted on: February 16, 2020

Job Description:

DescriptionRobert Half Finance has a client in the Agriculture industry seeking an ambitious, enthusiastic Controller to join their esteemed company. This leadership role oversees an accounting and clerical department. As the Controller, your tasks will include planning and directing all accounting operational functions, managing the accumulation and consolidation of financial information for internal and external financial statements, assessing accounting and internal control systems, and guiding 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 professional 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. You will also make key decisions and challenge, negotiate and influence the team. You will join the leadership team in supporting the generation of innovative ideas that are sound and progressive, challenging the status quo, and fostering creativity in your department. The Controller position is a full-time opportunity in the Visalia, California region.Key responsibilities

• Guide all operations of the finance department, including accounts payable, billings & collections, and payroll
• Manage the timing for monthly billing and other cash management techniques to make sure cash collection is on time
• Collaborate with executive team and partners to support efficient and effective firm-wide operation
• Assure client expectations are met by reviewing deliverables of self and team
• Prepare cash-flow reports that project cash needs at weekly and monthly intervals, and handle daily cash management
• Handle monthly and annual close of income statement and balance sheet, account reconciliations & G/L analysis
• Occasionally perform duties beyond formal job responsibilities
• Research, prepare and execute Finance Department initiatives such as software and systems implementation and other departmental or firm-wide improvements, as required
• Manage the creation of and monthly monitoring of the annual budget and forecasts
• Evaluate, implement and streamline policies, procedures, controls and most methodologies
• Present monthly financial reports to executive committee and partnersRequirements
  • CPA/MBA preferred
  • Progressive accounting experience, including as a Controller preferred
  • Able to build and deliver effective presentations to audiences with wide-ranging backgrounds
  • Ability to work in a dynamic and changing environment
  • BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, Economics or other business related field
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills
  • Prior work in technology, analytics and management experience desired
  • Dedication and requisite skills to meet critical business deadlines
  • Extraordinary analytical, quantitative and social skills
  • Self-starter, ability to identify issues and resolve problems
  • General familiarity with Fixed Asset Accounting
  • Well-founded grasp of financial reporting
  • Month end closings experience
  • Experience with budget forecasting
  • Comprehensive knowledge of Analyze Financial Statements
  • General ledger experience
  • Wide ranging experience with financial analysis
  • Practical knowledge of Internal Control
  • Strong familiarity with US GAAP
  • Proven knowledge of Balance Sheet Account Reconciliation
  • Quality experience with cash management
  • High attention to detail
  • Previous experience in public accounting is highly valuedFor more information contact Tyler Houk at tyler.houk@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: $100,000.00 - $140,000.00 / YearlyLocation: Visalia, CADate Posted: January 29, 2020Employment Type: Full-timeJob Reference: 00310-0011356596Staffing Area: Full-Time Accounting u0026 Finance

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