Controller, Finance & Banking, Accounting Manager

Description

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Robert Half is seeking a Controller to lead a team for our client in the Rochester, New Hampshire area. This Controller role will be a hands on role owning the full month end close process, oversee accounting accuracy, regulatory adherence, and financial reporting while serving as a trusted partner to senior leadership. The ideal Controller candidate brings hands-on knowledge and good leadership skills and mentorship and coaching and developing skills.

This client is seeking someone with 5+ years in a leadership role. This client also could mentor and develop a Sr. Accountant or Accounting Manager and eventually develop into this Controllership role. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a growing company!!

Responsibilities:

- Direct day-to-day accounting activities across the general ledger, accounts payable, payroll, and audit functions to ensure reliable and efficient processes.

- Review account reconciliations and supporting schedules to confirm the accuracy of ledger balances and related financial records.

- Support annual financial planning and explain monthly differences between budgeted and actual performance.

- Work closely with department leaders to build operating budgets and strengthen financial decision-making across the business.

- Evaluate operating results and deliver practical recommendations to leadership based on financial analysis.

- Compile and consolidate financial data needed for complete and accurate reporting of overall business performance.

- Prepare and submit required federal, state, and gaming-related reports while maintaining compliance with applicable regulations and internal controls.

- Supervise, coach, and assess finance team members while encouraging development, cross-training, and strong collaboration with Human Resources when employee matters arise.

Requirements

- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline required.

- 5-7 years of progressively responsible accounting or finance experience.

- Prior gaming experience with a solid understanding of casino regulatory requirements and financial compliance standards.

- Demonstrated success managing audits, internal controls, and accurate financial reporting in a regulated environment.

- Strong working knowledge of month-end close, general ledger activity, journal entries, bank reconciliations, and balance sheet reconciliations.

- Ability to handle sensitive financial and payroll information with a high degree of discretion and confidentiality.

- Effective communication, sound problem-solving ability, and the capacity to work independently while meeting deadlines.

- Collaborative leadership style with a strong focus on service, accountability, and team development.

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