Description
Robert Half 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 a business unit accounting function and become a Controller at a reputable company. If you are good at planning and directing all accounting operational functions, handling the accumulation and consolidation of financial data for internal and external financial statements, evaluating accounting and internal control systems, and leading departmental staff, this role might be right for you. 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. Consider this position if you are a 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. Based in the Fargo, North Dakota area, this opening for a Controller is a permanent position. If you are interested please message Douglas Rickart on LinkedIn, call Doug at 612-249-0330 or apply through the link provided.
What you get to do every day
Ensure deliverables of self and team meet client expectations
Collaborate with executive team and partners to support efficient and effective firm-wide operation
Manage the production of the annual budget and forecasts and monitor them monthly
Prepare cash-flow reports that project cash needs at weekly and monthly intervals, and handle daily cash management
Complete month-end and year-end close of income statement and balance sheet, reconcile accounts, and handle G/L analysis
Able to perform additional tasks beyond formal job duties
Evaluate, implement and streamline policies, procedures, controls and most methodologies
Advance Finance Department initiatives, such as software and systems implementation and other departmental or firm-wide improvements, as needed, with research, planning and implementation
Requirements
Management experience desired
Strong familiarity with Hospitality management
Seizes opportunities to produce results without direct supervision
Commitment and abilities to meet critical business deadlines
5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
Outstanding analytical, quantitative and social skills
CPA or MBA preferred
BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, Economics or other business related field
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing effectively throughout all levels of the company
Ability to prioritize deals and adapt to quick changes while remaining diligent, and to thrive in a dynamic, high pressure environment
Investor reporting experience highly desired
Solid understanding of Month-end Close Activities
Expertise in Month-end Financial
Foundational knowledge in consolidations
Well-founded grasp of Property Tax
Proven knowledge of property accounting
Prior experience in a public accounting environment is highly valued
Strong communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills, both oral and written, and ability to build as well as deliver effective presentations
High attention to detail and possesses excellent organizational and writing skills
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