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Controller
<p>Robert Half is working with a leading manufacturing client seeking an experienced Controller to strengthen their finance and accounting operations. This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic team and play a pivotal role in financial management and process improvement within a fast-paced production environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Oversee all day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and cost accounting.</li><li>Ensure the timely and accurate preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.</li><li>Manage budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to provide transparency into business performance.</li><li>Develop, document, and maintain effective internal controls, ensuring compliance with company policies and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).</li><li>Partner with operational management to interpret financial data, identify trends, and support strategic business decisions.</li><li>Supervise and mentor accounting staff, fostering a culture of accountability, development, and continuous process improvement.</li><li>Coordinate annual audits and be the primary liaison to external auditors and consultants for financial and tax matters.</li><li>Oversee treasury operations, including cash management, banking relationships, and management of credit lines.</li><li>Maintain and improve accounting systems, leveraging ERP and reporting tools to drive efficiency and accuracy.</li><li>Support inventory management and cost accounting processes to ensure proper valuation and reporting.</li><li>Address and resolve complex accounting issues, researching GAAP and industry best practices as needed.</li><li>Lead or participate in special projects focused on operational improvements and financial optimization.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<ul><li>Month End Close, Financial Reporting, Technical Accounting, Process ImprovementBachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; active CPA preferred.</li><li>Minimum of five years of progressive experience in accounting, with at least two years in a supervisory or controller-level role within a manufacturing environment.</li><li>Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, internal controls, and cost accounting principles as applied to manufacturing/inventory.</li><li>Experience managing a monthly close process, preparing financial statements, and coordinating external audits.</li><li>Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (particularly Excel) and experience working within ERP systems.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to lead teams, solve complex problems, and drive process improvements.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills.</li><li>Private equity exposure and payroll expertise highly valued.</li></ul><p><br></p>
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  • Blue Springs, MO
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 150000 - 165000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half is working with a leading manufacturing client seeking an experienced Controller to strengthen their finance and accounting operations. This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic team and play a pivotal role in financial management and process improvement within a fast-paced production environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Oversee all day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and cost accounting.</li><li>Ensure the timely and accurate preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.</li><li>Manage budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to provide transparency into business performance.</li><li>Develop, document, and maintain effective internal controls, ensuring compliance with company policies and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).</li><li>Partner with operational management to interpret financial data, identify trends, and support strategic business decisions.</li><li>Supervise and mentor accounting staff, fostering a culture of accountability, development, and continuous process improvement.</li><li>Coordinate annual audits and be the primary liaison to external auditors and consultants for financial and tax matters.</li><li>Oversee treasury operations, including cash management, banking relationships, and management of credit lines.</li><li>Maintain and improve accounting systems, leveraging ERP and reporting tools to drive efficiency and accuracy.</li><li>Support inventory management and cost accounting processes to ensure proper valuation and reporting.</li><li>Address and resolve complex accounting issues, researching GAAP and industry best practices as needed.</li><li>Lead or participate in special projects focused on operational improvements and financial optimization.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-03-13T00:00:00Z

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