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Robert Half Controller in Columbus, Indiana

Description

Robert Half is seeking an experienced Finance and Accounting leader. This highly visible leadership role requires a results-driven professional with the ability to expertly manage our finance and technology sectors, ensuring their continued growth, sustainable financial health, and strict compliance with all legal requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Crucial management of accounting, financial planning, and procurement functions

  • Implement and upgrade financial systems

  • Strategically guide ERP system

  • Negotiate advantageous terms with suppliers to support company goals

  • Daily management of the company’s budget, audit, and accounting departments

  • Develop and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls

  • Lead financial negotiations with investors and investment institutions

  • Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and yearly financial reports

  • Ensure company compliance with tax laws and financial practices

  • Coordinate the annual close process with internal and external auditors

  • Supervise IT related activities, internal network, hardware, and software to ensure compatibility, security and scalability

  • Recruit, train, retain competent accounting and IT staff

Minimum Education and Experience:

  • Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA) and/or CPA/CMA accreditation

  • Minimum of 10 years in accounting/finance with 5 years in a management role

  • Proven track record managing an accounting department

  • Strong decision-making and leadership ability

  • Exceptional analytical, communication, budgeting, and strategic planning skills

Essential Knowledge:

  • Extensive knowledge of computer hardware and software systems

  • Familiarity with ERP systems and a strong command of Microsoft office products

    Requirements • Must hold a minimum of 10 years of experience in a Controller role or similar financial position

• Ability to perform Month End Close tasks accurately and efficiently

• Proficient in Financial Reporting, including knowledge of financial reporting standards and practices

• Must have strong skills in Budgeting and Forecasting, with the ability to create and manage financial forecasts and budgets

• Expertise in Financial Statement Preparation is necessary

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills are required

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a focus on team collaboration

• Demonstrated experience in managing a team and fostering a positive work environment

• Advanced knowledge of accounting software and systems

• Must hold a relevant degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field

• Professional certifications such as CPA or CMA are highly desirable

• High ethical standards and professionalism, with a commitment to confidentiality and integrity.

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 (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-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 roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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