<p>Robert Half is looking for a meticulous Controller to lead core accounting activities for a manufacturing company and keep financial operations running accurately and efficiently. This position plays a central role in maintaining compliant records, producing dependable reporting, and supporting finance leadership with timely operational insights. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in project-based accounting, government contract compliance, and month-end close within a structured financial environment. This role is 100% onsite in Coeur d Alene, ID. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct day-to-day accounting operations across payables, receivables, payroll coordination, ledger activity, and cash oversight.</p><p>• Lead monthly and annual close cycles, ensuring entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules are completed accurately and on time.</p><p>• Maintain organized financial documentation and prepare records that are ready for internal review, external audit, and compliance examination.</p><p>• Evaluate and enhance accounting controls, policies, and standard procedures to improve accuracy, consistency, and risk management.</p><p>• Oversee the effective use of accounting and payroll platforms to support efficient processing and reliable financial data flow.</p><p>• Monitor adherence to government contracting requirements, including cost allowability standards and related accounting guidelines.</p><p>• Manage indirect rate tracking, labor allocations, project setup structures, and cost categorization for contract accounting purposes.</p><p>• Prepare audit support materials and respond to requests tied to government or regulatory financial reviews.</p><p>• Produce work-in-progress reporting, percentage-of-completion calculations, and contract balance reconciliations to support accurate revenue recognition and project reporting.</p><p>• Partner with project managers and finance leadership to review cost trends, validate forecasts, and highlight risks affecting contract performance and profitability.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>BENEFITS:</strong></p><p>- Healthcare Benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision</p><p>- Other Insurance: Life and Disability</p><p>- Ability to contribute to a 401k plan</p><p>-CTO: 136 hours and 10 paid holidays</p>

<p>• Must have bachelor&#39;s degree in accounting or finance</p><p>• Proven experience in a Controller or senior accounting role with responsibility for daily accounting operations and financial close.</p><p>• Strong knowledge of government contract accounting and compliance requirements in a manufacturing environment is highly preferred.</p><p>• Ability to prepare accurate financial statements and support revenue recognition based on contract terms and accounting standards.</p><p>• Experience strengthening internal controls, maintaining audit-ready records, and improving accounting procedures.</p><p>• Advanced analytical skills with the ability to identify cost variances, profitability concerns, and reporting discrepancies.</p><p>• Excellent communication skills for collaborating with finance leaders and project stakeholders on financial performance and forecasts.</p>

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