Controller
We are looking for an experienced Controller to oversee and optimize financial operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with established standards. This role involves managing key accounting processes, supporting financial reporting, and driving improvements in financial systems and practices. Located in New Orleans, Louisiana, this position presents an opportunity to contribute to the strategic financial success of the organization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage the company’s accounting operations, including monthly and annual financial close processes, ensuring precision and compliance with regulatory standards.<br>• Supervise the processing of vendor bills, ensuring proper allocations and accuracy, while supporting accounts payable functions such as payment processing and vendor reconciliations.<br>• Prepare, analyze, and present financial statements, reports, and variance analyses for senior leadership and key stakeholders.<br>• Collaborate with supply chain, manufacturing, and sales teams to align financial objectives with overall business strategies.<br>• Oversee the implementation and monitoring of internal controls to ensure adherence to corporate and regulatory policies.<br>• Conduct detailed financial analyses to identify trends and opportunities for process improvement.<br>• Support budgeting and forecasting activities to inform strategic decision-making.<br>• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of GAAP accounting principles to ensure compliance in all financial processes.<br>• Drive full-cycle accounting operations to maintain efficiency and integrity across financial functions.
<p>• Minimum of 5 years of experience in financial management or a related role.</p><p>• Proficiency in financial reporting and GAAP accounting principles.</p><p>• Solid experience with accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) processes.</p><p>• Strong skills in budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.</p><p>• Expertise in month-end close and full-cycle accounting procedures.</p><p>• Ability to develop and enforce effective internal controls.</p><p>• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data and provide actionable insights.</p><p>• Proven ability to collaborate across departments and communicate effectively with stakeholders.</p><p><br></p><p>For consideration, please call Mary Wood @ Robert Half 504-383-0743</p>
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- New Orleans, LA
- onsite
- Permanent
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120000.00 - 130000.00 USD / Yearly
- We are looking for an experienced Controller to oversee and optimize financial operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with established standards. This role involves managing key accounting processes, supporting financial reporting, and driving improvements in financial systems and practices. Located in New Orleans, Louisiana, this position presents an opportunity to contribute to the strategic financial success of the organization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage the company’s accounting operations, including monthly and annual financial close processes, ensuring precision and compliance with regulatory standards.<br>• Supervise the processing of vendor bills, ensuring proper allocations and accuracy, while supporting accounts payable functions such as payment processing and vendor reconciliations.<br>• Prepare, analyze, and present financial statements, reports, and variance analyses for senior leadership and key stakeholders.<br>• Collaborate with supply chain, manufacturing, and sales teams to align financial objectives with overall business strategies.<br>• Oversee the implementation and monitoring of internal controls to ensure adherence to corporate and regulatory policies.<br>• Conduct detailed financial analyses to identify trends and opportunities for process improvement.<br>• Support budgeting and forecasting activities to inform strategic decision-making.<br>• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of GAAP accounting principles to ensure compliance in all financial processes.<br>• Drive full-cycle accounting operations to maintain efficiency and integrity across financial functions.
- 2025-09-30T17:34:11Z