Controller

DescriptionController role in Janesville, WI with 1-2 days hybrid after training. For immediate consideration contact Jon Wright at 608-338-1052.You could become a Controller with a leading manufacturer for energy and industrial applications working with Robert Half, if you have a knack for leading with high standards, positively motivating others, and making critical decisions and have experience taking charge of an accounting and clerical department. You might be a good fit for this position if you 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 departmental staff. In this role, it will be critical for you to lead with integrity and reliability and have the ability to manage self and others with urgency, practicality and accountability when providing client services. This position is for a creative team player with a talent for challenging the status quo, coming up with unique ideas, negotiating and influencing. Consider this position if you're looking to advance your career with a very competitive and generous compensation and benefits package. The Controller will be a permanent employment opportunity and will be located in the Janesville, Wisconsin region.How you will make an impact- Give executive committee and partners monthly financial reports- Manage the production of the annual budget and forecasts and monitor on a monthly basis- Collaborate with executive team and partners to make efficient and effective firm-wide operation possible- Comfortable in taking on tasks beyond formal job responsibilities- Research, plan and implement Finance Department initiatives including software and systems implementation and other departmental or firm-wide improvements, as needed- Evaluate, implement and streamline policies, procedures, controls and most methodologies- Ensure timely cash collection by driving the timing for monthly billing and other cash management techniques- Responsible for month-end and year-end close of income statement and balance sheet, account reconciliations & G/L analysis- Produce cash-flow reports, calculating cash needs at weekly and monthly intervals, and manage daily cash- Manage finance department operations, including accounts payable, billings & collections, and payroll- Assess deliverables of self and team to verify they meet client expectationsRequirements- 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including as a Controller preferred- Monthly Financial Reporting experience- Month end closings experience- Adeptness in SOX- Manufacturing Cost Accounting experience- Annual Financial Reporting experience preferred- Standard Cost Accounting experience required- Experience working in a dynamic and changing company environment a plus- Prior work in technology, analytics and management experience desired- Skilled in the construction and delivery of effective presentations to audiences with wide-ranging backgrounds- Prior experience in a public accounting environment is highly valued- Self-starter and strong ethical standards- Demonstrated ability in exemplary analytical, quantitative and social skills- Advanced credentials such as a Masters of Business Administration / MBA or Certified Public Accountant / CPA are preferred- Attention to detail and proven ability to follow standard procedures is a requirement- Excellent oral and written communications skills- Strong organizational skills and a proven ability to meet deadlines- BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, Economics or other business related fieldJob typePermIndustryMining