<p>Chris Preble from Robert Half is working with a Binghamton client of his to find a Controller for a rapidly growing organization. The skilled Controller will help oversee financial operations and ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting. This role involves leading the accounting function, managing the close process, and implementing scalable processes to support business growth. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, collaborative, and eager to drive operational efficiency.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• With the CFO, help lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.</p><p>• Oversee the general ledger, including journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, intercompany transactions, and consolidations.</p><p>• Manage daily accounting operations such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, credit and collections, payroll accounting, fixed assets, and sales/use taxes.</p><p>• Supervise cash management activities, including maintaining cash forecasts and ensuring compliance with banking relationships and debt covenants.</p><p>• Develop, document, and enhance internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures to ensure audit readiness and operational efficiency.</p><p>• Collaborate with leadership to support budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial dashboards to provide actionable insights.</p><p>• Evaluate and optimize accounting systems and tools, identifying opportunities for automation and process improvements.</p><p>• Coordinate external audits, tax filings, insurance renewals, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.</p><p>• Support financial policies related to pricing, margins, inventory, and revenue recognition, while ensuring standard cost accuracy and proper inventory valuation.</p><p>• Help mentor and develop a high-performing accounting team, providing regular feedback and setting clear performance goals.</p>

<p>• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.</p><p>• CPA or MBA is an asset.</p><p>• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments.</p>

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