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Controller, Accounting, Financial Reporting

Job in Saint Louis, St. Louis city, Missouri, 63112, USA
Listing for: Robert Half
Seasonal/Temporary position
Listed on 2026-08-05
Job specializations:
  • Accounting
    Financial Reporting, Financial Compliance, Financial Controller, Accounting Manager
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 125000 USD Yearly USD 125000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Description Robert Half Talent Solutions is partnering with an organization searching for a hands-on, experienced Controller. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for overseeing all accounting operations, financial reporting, compliance activities, budgeting, and strategic financial planning across multiple entities.

The ideal candidate combines strong technical accounting expertise with the ability to improve processes, strengthen controls, and provide meaningful financial insights that support business decisions. This position offers the opportunity to influence the financial direction of the organization while working closely with senior leadership.

Controller

Key Responsibilities

- Prepare financial statements and reports, ensure regulatory and tax compliance, and support annual audits.

- Oversee daily accounting operations, including AP/AR, general ledger, reconciliations, internal controls, and insurance coverage.

- Provide financial analysis and reporting to leadership, manage budgeting and forecasting, and support strategic financial decision-making.

- Review and evaluate contract renewals to ensure cost-effectiveness and alignment with financial goals.

- Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team while partnering with operations to identify and reduce financial risk.

- Improve processes and financial performance through effective use of accounting systems and data analysis.

Minimum Requirements:

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

- 5+ years of accounting experience, including 2+ years in a supervisory role, ideally in a small to mid-sized company.

- Knowledge of project-based accounting is preferred.

- Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and compliance.

- Proficiency with accounting systems and the ability to learn new technologies quickly.

Our client offers a comprehensive benefit plan and salary to $125k plus bonus. For immediate consideration, please apply online to this role; you may also contact Craig Lavelle via Linked In or via phone at . Requirements Month End Close, Financial Statement Preparation, Budgeting - Forecasting, Banking Letters of Credit, GAAP Accounting, Internal Control Review, Policies And Procedure, Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), Construction Accounting, Supervisory Oversight, Real Page, Bachelors / Honours Degree

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.

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