Controller
<p>Robert Half Management Resources is looking for an Interim Controller Consultant to support our premier entertainment client on a 6-9 month hybrid engagement in Los Angeles, CA. This consultant will oversee key accounting functions, including general ledger management, month-end close for domestic and international divisions, and the review of journal entries, account reconciliations, and reporting packages. They will play a hands-on role in ensuring GAAP compliance, supporting audits and tax returns, and assisting with special projects, including any M& A activity that may arise. The consultant will report to senior leadership and oversee the close process as an individual contributor. The ideal Interim Controller Consultant will possess a strong foundation in accounting principles, with a track record of managing large-scale close processes, financial reporting, and collaborations across departments. Prior senior managerial experience in a large enterprise environment is highly desired (external audit experience and a CPA license strongly preferred but not required).</p>
<p>• Managerial accounting experience with a solid understanding of GAAP principles.</p><p>• Proven ability to oversee month-end close processes for both domestic and international divisions.</p><p>• Experience reviewing journal entries and reconciliations, particularly in the areas of cash, intangibles, payroll accruals, T& E, prepaids, and tax-related accounts.</p><p>• Experience preparing financial schedules, fluctuation analyses, and financial reporting packages.</p><p>• Ability to support audits, tax returns, and ad-hoc special projects (e.g., ERP implementations/upgrades and post-acquisition integration)</p><p>• Ability and willingness to ‘roll up your sleeves’ and prepare entries and reconciliations</p><p>• Strong technical expertise and ability to collaborate across finance and non-finance teams.</p><p>• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage deadlines.</p><p>• Advanced Excel skills and prior experience with financial management systems (SAP/large ERP experience a plus).</p><p>• Media or Entertainment Industry experience preferred</p><p>• CPA certification and public accounting experience strongly preferred.</p><p>• Ability to work onsite in a hybrid capacity (3 days in-office) in the Los Angeles area.</p>
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- Los Angeles, CA
- onsite
- Temporary
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75.00 - 95.00 USD / Hourly
- <p>Robert Half Management Resources is looking for an Interim Controller Consultant to support our premier entertainment client on a 6-9 month hybrid engagement in Los Angeles, CA. This consultant will oversee key accounting functions, including general ledger management, month-end close for domestic and international divisions, and the review of journal entries, account reconciliations, and reporting packages. They will play a hands-on role in ensuring GAAP compliance, supporting audits and tax returns, and assisting with special projects, including any M& A activity that may arise. The consultant will report to senior leadership and oversee the close process as an individual contributor. The ideal Interim Controller Consultant will possess a strong foundation in accounting principles, with a track record of managing large-scale close processes, financial reporting, and collaborations across departments. Prior senior managerial experience in a large enterprise environment is highly desired (external audit experience and a CPA license strongly preferred but not required).</p>
- 2025-09-10T16:24:03Z