What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controller position at Robert Half?
Controller
A client of ours is looking for a Controller to lead the accounting transition and integration of a newly acquired business for a contract role. You will play a critical role in managing post-acquisition accounting integration and establishing efficient financial processes. This is a hands-on opportunity for someone with expertise in financial systems, M& A, and process optimization to make a lasting impact.
Responsibilities of Controller
- Lead the transition of accounting responsibilities from the seller during the post-acquisition phase
- Oversee monthly close process through year-end (or as needed)
- Interface with Sage system and collaborate with on-site administrators
- Conduct weekly on-site visits to support system and personnel transition
- Evaluate existing accounting practices and identify opportunities for improvement
- Focus on accurate revenue and expense recognition
- Facilitate the complete transfer of operations to the holding company’s QuickBooks and Square POS/Invoicing system
- Migrate inventory and service items
- Oversee inventory count, expense payment workflows, and other related functions
- Train and support local accounting personnel on new systems
- Develop and document new monthly close processes in collaboration with the corporate controller
- Coordinate the shutdown and backup of legacy accounting and operational systems
Skills/Qualifications of Controller
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred but not required)
- 7 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 3 years in a controllership or senior accounting leadership role
- Direct experience with QuickBooks and Mergers & Acquisitions (M& A)
- Proven background in financial system migration and post-acquisition accounting integration
- Expertise in QuickBooks, Sage, and Square POS systems
- Deep understanding of GAAP and best practices in revenue and expense recognition
- Strong organizational and project management skills
- Ability to work independently and onsite multiple times per week
- Effective communicator and trainer with a collaborative approach
- Demonstrated ability to improve processes and build scalable accounting operations
If you are interested in this or similar Controller roles, please contact Bernadette Komatick at 484.254.9060 for additional information and reference JO# 03710-0013274221
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