4 results for Controller in Lexington, KY

Controller

Lexington, KY
onsite
Permanent
100000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
For immediate consideration, contact Lisa James at (859)788-3684 We are looking for an experienced Controller to join our client's team in Lexington, Kentucky. In this role, you will collaborate with operations and executive leadership to ensure financial accuracy and drive strategic decision-making across utility construction projects. This position requires a strong background in financial reporting, job costing, and operational finance, along with the ability to deliver actionable insights that enhance organizational performance. Responsibilities:• Collaborate with operations and project management teams to oversee budgets, forecasts, and financial outcomes for utility construction projects.• Analyze labor productivity, job tracking, and earned revenue to optimize financial performance.• Manage indirect operational expenses to ensure cost efficiency.• Develop and maintain financial and operational reports using business intelligence tools.• Prepare comprehensive monthly and quarterly financial reports, dashboards, and scorecards.• Ensure adherence to deadlines for accounting and financial close processes.• Identify and implement strategies for improving expense control and allocation.• Monitor purchasing activities, including purchase orders and departmental functions.• Conduct profit and loss analysis and manage month-end close processes.• Support annual budget preparation and oversee budget management efforts.
2026-03-12T00:00:00Z

Controller

Lexington, KY
onsite
Permanent
100000 - 125000 USD / Yearly
We are seeking a hands-on Controller to lead the accounting function within a manufacturing environment. This role will manage a small team of 2–3 accounting professionals and be directly involved in day-to-day accounting operations. The Controller will oversee financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and the full close process while partnering closely with operations and leadership to support strategic and financial decision-making.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead and execute month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness</li><li>Prepare and review monthly financial statements, variance analyses, and management reporting</li><li>Develop and maintain annual budgets, rolling forecasts, and long-range financial models</li><li>Oversee cost accounting functions including inventory, WIP, standard costing, and variance analysis</li><li>Manage and mentor a 2–3 person accounting team, providing hands-on support and leadership</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and company accounting policies</li><li>Partner with operations, supply chain, and executive leadership to drive financial performance</li><li>Support external audits, tax filings, and statutory reporting as needed</li><li>Drive process improvements, system enhancements, and operating efficiencies within accounting</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA or CMA preferred)</li><li>5+ years of accounting experience within a manufacturing environment required</li><li>Proven experience in cost accounting and inventory management</li><li>Prior experience managing or leading a small accounting team</li><li>Strong working knowledge of ERP systems and advanced Excel skills</li><li>Ability to work hands-on while also providing strategic oversight</li><li>Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills</li></ul>
2026-03-31T00:00:00Z

Controller

Cynthiana, KY
onsite
Permanent
100000 - 125000 USD / Yearly
Our client seeks qualified candidates for this key finance role. For immediate consideration contact Lisa James at (859)788-3684 • Provide accurate and complete financial results and analyses to Chief Financial Officer.• Ensure department Policies & Procedures are developed, maintained and followed.• Maintain and ensure financial control compliance.• Ensuring accuracy of financial presentation of company assets including leases.• Manage all financial audits and ensure all findings are properly resolved with corrective actions.• Ensure all collections are made timely and accurately. Ensure adequate controls are maintained for all accounts.• Ensure all payments are made timely and accurately. Ensure adequate controls are maintained for all payments.• Manage Accounts Payables and Accounts Receivable. Ensure all AP and AR items are current. • Manage debt borrowings.• Manage banking relationships and banking covenants compliance. • Ensure inventory is properly valued. All transactions are correctly posted.• Manage all exception reporting and transactions to identify potential inventory errors.• Manage the standard costing system. • Provide cross functional support to other departments in support of company initiatives.• Manage all Finance department activities timely and accurately.• Develop succession plans for all key employees in the department.• Develop employee development plans for all employees in the department to address better performance in current job, better team player who supports company values, and to prepare for future career growth.• Ensure other departments within the company understand the financial impacts of their activities to achieve company objectives.• Provide cross-functional employee policy education. • Manage daily cash forecasts.• Manage monthly forecasting activities.• Improve forecasted results by identifying opportunities and risks and initiate improvement plans for better financial results.• Manage annual budgeting activities. • Ensuring Tax filings are performed timely and accurately.• Manage capital assets.• 401k Management.• Perform other job related duties and responsibilities as may be assigned. • Strong written and verbal communication skills. Able to communicate complex financial information effectively to varying audience levels.• Highly organized and able to manage simultaneous deadline-oriented projects.• Strong interpersonal skills; able to work effectively with both internal and external personnel. • 4-year undergraduate degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Economics or related field.• MBA and/or CPA desired
2026-03-30T00:00:00Z

Assistant Controller

Lexington, KY
onsite
Contract / Temporary to Hire
0 - 0 USD / Yearly
Robert Half is seeking a highly motivated and self-sufficient Assistant Controller to support our client’s financial controlling activities. This role is contract to hire and requires strong hands-on experience in costing, forecasting, and budgeting, along with the ability to work proactively and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate is analytical, and comfortable taking ownership of key financial processes. Experience in the automotive industry and proficiency in SAP are strongly preferred. Key Responsibilities • Lead and support costing activities, including standard costing, variance analysis, and cost optimization initiatives.• Develop and maintain accurate financial forecasts, rolling projections, and scenario analyses.• Support annual budget planning, preparation, and consolidation, collaborating closely with operational and leadership teams.• Partner with production, supply chain, and cross-functional teams to provide financial insight and transparency.• Prepare regular financial reports, dashboards, and KPI updates for management.• Ensure data accuracy and process integrity within SAP and other financial systems.• Assist with month-end and year-end close activities as needed.
2026-03-30T00:00:00Z