Corporate Controller

Company: Robert Half Finance & Accounting
Location: Olathe
Posted on: February 14, 2020

Job Description:

DescriptionRobert Half Finance has an opportunity for someone with a knack for leading with high standards, positively motivating others, and making critical decisions and have experience taking charge of an accounting department. The ideal candidate for this position can plan and direct all accounting operational functions, handle the accumulation and consolidation of financial data for internal and external financial statements, evaluate accounting and internal control systems, and lead the department. This role's duties will require leading with integrity and reliability and having the ability to manage self and others with urgency, practicality and accountability when providing client services. If it's time to advance your career, find out more about this opportunity and take the next steps toward a very competitive and generous compensation and benefits package. Based in the Johnson County area, this opening for a Controller is a full-time position. If you or someone you know is interested in this opportunity please reach out to Cody Leiffer at 913-451-1733 or cody.leiffer@roberthalf.com. ThanksWhat you get to do every single day

• Capable of handling responsibilities beyond formal job duties
• Advance Accounting/Finance Department initiatives, such as software and systems implementation and other departmental or firm-wide improvements, as needed, with research, planning and implementation
• Guide all operations of the accounting department
• Work closely with executive team and partners to ensure efficient and successful firm-wide operation
• Ensure timely cash collection by driving the timing for monthly billing and other cash management techniques
• Evaluate, apply and refine policies, procedures, controls and most methodologies
• Manage daily cash and prepare cash-flow reports, projecting cash needs at weekly and monthly intervals
• Complete month-end and year-end close of income statement and balance sheet, reconcile accounts, and handle General Ledger analysis
• Each month, present executive committee and partners with financial reports
• Review deliverables of self and team to align with client expectationsRequirements
  • Advanced credentials such as a Masters of Business Administration / MBA or Certified Public Accountant / CPA are preferred
  • BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, Economics or other business related field
  • Excellent technology, analytics and management experience required
  • Ability to prioritize work and balance multiple projects and deadlines
  • Attention to detail and ability to follow standard procedures is a requirement
  • Comprehensive knowledge of Annual Financial Reporting
  • Practical knowledge of Acquisition Integration
  • Knowledge of Monthly Financial Reporting
  • Proven knowledge of compliance
  • Deep understanding of month end closings
  • Well-founded grasp of Treasury Activities
  • Revenue recognition experience
  • Experience with Annual Audited Financial Statements
  • General familiarity with Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)
  • Earlier experience in public accounting is highly valued
  • 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including as a Controller preferred
  • Strong communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills, both oral and written, and ability to build as well as deliver effective presentations
  • Self-driven motivator who takes initiative on projects with a strong ability to understand and solve creative challenges
  • Ability to work well in matrix organization and dealing with ambiguity
  • Notable analytical, quantitative and social skills
  • Excellent written, verbal and social communication skills highly desiredRobert Half Finance & Accounting, the world's leader in specialized financial staffing, provides exciting full-time opportunities in the areas of accounting, bookkeeping, finance, audit, taxation and more. We pioneered the professional staffing industry, and we've been successfully matching professionals with employers since 1948. Our proven proprietary processes, along with our relationships in 325 locations worldwide, allow us to provide you unparalleled access to exciting career opportunities. But don't take our word for it. Our company has appeared on Fortune magazines list of World's Most Admired Companies since 1998, and 9 out of 10 of our customers would recommend our service to a colleague.Apply for this job now or contact our nearest office at 888.490.5461 for additional information.All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada. 2019 Robert Half Finance & Accounting. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veterans.By clicking 'Apply Now' you are agreeing to Robert Half Terms of Use.Salary: $100,000.00 - $115,000.00 / YearlyLocation: Olathe, KSDate Posted: February 7, 2020Employment Type: Full-timeJob Reference: 02380-0011369485Staffing Area: Full-Time Accounting u0026 Finance

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