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Assistant Controller

Robert Half
Latham, NY Temporary
POSTED ON 10/10/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/10/2028
We are looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to join our team in Latham, New York. This is a long-term contract position where you will play a critical role in supporting financial operations, ensuring accuracy in reporting, and facilitating key accounting processes. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in accounting and finance, along with a proactive approach to problem-solving and collaboration.

Responsibilities:
• Coordinate with internal teams to gather required information for external tax filings, including preparation of materials for Form 990.
• Assist in the preparation and review of board reports, ensuring timely and accurate financial data.
• Perform detailed reconciliations and ensure compliance with accounting standards.
• Support month-end close activities, including journal entries and account analysis.
• Provide assistance with banking-related tasks and ensure efficient management of financial transactions.
• Collaborate with external auditors during financial statement audits and address any inquiries.
• Review and enhance financial reporting processes to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Utilize accounting systems such as Prologue, if applicable, to streamline workflows.
• Maintain adherence to regulatory and organizational financial guidelines.
• Proven experience in accounting, month-end close processes, and general ledger management.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting and compliance standards.
• Familiarity with financial statement audits, including coordination with external auditors.
• Hands-on experience with accounting systems, preferably Prologue.
• Ability to analyze financial data and prepare accurate reconciliations.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills to handle multiple priorities effectively.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.

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.



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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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