Controller, Finance & Banking, Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager

Location:

Madison, Wisconsin

Schedule:

Hybrid, 2 days remote/3 onsite!

Robert Half's Madison team is partnered on a search for a Controller to oversee day-to-day accounting operations, support financial planning, and lead core reporting and compliance activities. This role offers a strong opportunity for a hands-on accounting leader who enjoys managing team priorities, improving processes, and partnering with leadership on budgeting, audits, and financial analysis. The ideal candidate will have prior supervisory experience (overseeing a team of
5), a CPA and be comfortable presenting financials to other leaders.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with finance leadership to oversee daily accounting operations, including staff accountants, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger activities.
• Lead month-end close processes, review journal entries, and ensure accurate financial reporting and account analysis.
• Assist with the annual business plan and lead the annual budgeting process, including forecasting and budget analysis.
• Review monthly financial statements and provide financial insights and support to leadership.
• Coordinate financial audits, tax reporting, and compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Supervise, mentor, and prioritize workloads for accounting staff while promoting strong performance and accountability.
• Support accounting systems administration, process improvements, software updates, and internal control enhancements.