Assistant Controller

Description

A construction company out of Galveston is looking to hire an Assistant Financial Controller to join their team for an immediate opening. Offering competitive pay and excellent benefits. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Accounting or Finance, a full cycle GL accounting background (month end close, journal entries, accruals, bank recs, creating financials.) and managerial experience. If you are interested in joining a family-oriented company, please apply and send your resume to Alyssa.white@roberthalf

for immediate consideration!

Assistant Financial Controller

Overview

The Assistant Financial Controller has responsibility for the results of AP, AR, and month/year end closing. The ideal candidate is detail oriented, an effective communicator and able to work in a fast-paced environment. This role will report directly to the Financial Controller, or their designee.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

+ Preparing and consolidating monthly financial statements and reports.

+ Assist GL Accountant with month-end close and balance sheet reconciliations.

+ Reconcile bank statements and report discrepancies to the Financial Controller

+ Preparing journal entries including cash receipts, inter-company transfers, and payroll.

+ Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable for accuracy and timely deliverables.

+ Prepare and assist with audits including but not limited to year-end audit, governmental audits, state audits, and insurance audits.

+ Developing and implementing accounting policies and procedures to ensure accurate financial reporting.

+ Providing leadership, training, and development to the accounting staff.

+ Guide and assist divisions by communicating current accounting policies and procedures.

+ Maintain internal controls and procedures.

+ Assists in ERP conversion/implementation testing and participation in training sessions.

+ Support management in completing special projects, ad-hoc reporting and analysis requests, and other tasks as assigned.

+ Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

+ Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field.

+ Minimum five years of work experience as an Accounting Manager or equivalent.

+

Experience with preparation of financial statements.

+ Experience in general ledger functions and month end close process

+ Experience working for a general contractor or subcontractor in the construction industry is 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.

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 ()  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  for more information.

© 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use ()  and Privacy Notice () .