Controller, Finance & Banking, Financial Manager

Controller/Director Of Finance

Robert Half has partnered with a growing hospitality-based business in the Southern Pines area of North Carolina to assist them in hiring an experienced Controller/Director of Finance. This permanent opportunity is ideal for a hands-on accounting leader who can oversee daily financial operations while providing strong guidance to a small team. The role will play a key part in maintaining accurate reporting, supporting close activities, and delivering financial insight that helps drive sound business decisions.

This permanent Controller position will be onsite in the Pinehurst area and offers a full benefits package.

Responsibilities:

• Direct daily accounting functions across the business, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and financial processes run efficiently.

• Manage the monthly close cycle by reviewing journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting documentation to deliver complete and timely financial results.

• Produce financial statements and management reports, then evaluate performance trends to help leadership understand results and key drivers.

• Lead, coach, and prioritize work for two accounting team members while reinforcing accountability and consistent execution.

• Conduct variance reviews and other financial analyses to highlight potential issues, business risks, and opportunities to improve performance.

• Safeguard the accuracy of the general ledger and strengthen internal controls tied to regular accounting and reporting activities.

• Use Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central to oversee accounting workflows, maintain data reliability, and support reporting needs.

• Collaborate with operational leaders on budgeting, forecasting, cash planning, and other finance matters that influence business performance.