Controller, Accounting, Financial Reporting

Description

Are you a Senior Accountant ready to take the next step into a true Controller role? Robert Half is partnering with a growing organization to identify a CPA or CPA candidate looking for an opportunity to own a business unit, work directly with executive leadership, and make a measurable impact on a high growth operation.

This isn't a role where you'll spend years waiting for an opportunity. You'll step into a leadership position with a clear path to owning the financial operations for a $15M+ business unit while helping support significant planned growth over the next several years.

What you'll do:

+ Own the month end close and financial reporting for a growing business unit

+ Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements

+ Lead general ledger accounting, fixed assets, and grant accounting

+ Partner with leadership to improve financial processes and reporting

+ Oversee AP and AR through accounting support staff

+ Provide financial analysis and help drive operational decisions

Why you'll love this opportunity:

+ Clear path into a Controller position with significant ownership

+ High visibility working directly with executive leadership

+ High growth environment with the opportunity to help shape the future of the business

+ Excellent work life balance and flexible, family friendly culture

+ Outstanding retirement and healthcare benefits

+ Competitive salary up to $100,000 depending on experience

For immediate consideration, apply now or contact Bryan Rushing with Robert Half in Birmingham, Alabama.

Requirements

+ Bachelor's degree in Accounting

+ CPA or actively pursuing CPA strongly preferred

+ 4+ years of progressive accounting experience

+ Strong general ledger, month end close, and financial reporting experience

+ Self starter who enjoys working in a lean, collaborative environment

+ Net Suite or other ERP experience is a plus

For immediate consideration, apply now or contact Bryan Rushing with Robert Half in Birmingham, Alabama.

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