<p>Kyle Clarke with Robert Half of Buffalo, NY is partnering with a local organization that is looking for an experienced Controller to oversee financial operations and support sound decision-making. This role will lead core accounting activities, deliver timely financial reporting, and help maintain strong internal controls across the business. The ideal candidate brings a solid background in general accounting and cost accounting, along with the ability to analyze results against budget and prior performance.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and deliver accurate monthly and quarterly financial reports for internal stakeholders, highlighting key trends and performance outcomes.</p><p>• Oversee the company’s accounting records and general ledger activity to ensure completeness, accuracy, and compliance with established standards.</p><p>• Develop and maintain the annual budgeting process, including ongoing review of actual results compared with budgeted figures and historical data.</p><p>• Reconcile accounts regularly and investigate discrepancies to support reliable financial statements and well-documented records.</p><p>• Partner with the Corporate Controller and Plant Manager to provide financial insight that supports operational and strategic decisions.</p><p>• Monitor cost accounting activity and evaluate financial data to improve visibility into plant and organizational performance.</p><p>• Maintain organized financial documentation, including compiled records and scanned materials, to support audits and internal review needs.</p><p>• Strengthen accounting processes and controls to promote efficiency, consistency, and accurate reporting across finance operations.</p>

<p>• 3+ years of experience in accounting, finance, or controllership-related responsibilities.</p><p>• Strong knowledge of general accounting principles, general ledger management, and account reconciliation practices.</p><p>• Experience with cost accounting and financial reporting.</p><p>• Ability to prepare budgets, analyze variances, and explain results against prior periods and forecasts.</p><p>• Proficiency in maintaining accurate account records and supporting documentation.</p><p>• Familiarity with document control processes, including organizing, compiling, and scanning financial records.</p><p>• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills with attention to detail.</p><p>• Ability to work effectively with both corporate finance leadership and local operational management.</p>

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