Robert Half is recruiting for a Controller to lead our clients core accounting operations and ensure reliable financial reporting for the organization. This role oversees day-to-day accounting activities, strengthens financial controls, and supports leadership with clear insights that inform business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, a CPA designation, and a background in public accounting audit environments. Responsibilities:• Lead the monthly close process and deliver complete financial statements that are accurate, timely, and ready for audit review.• Guide the accounts payable and accounts receivable functions to maintain processing accuracy, support healthy cash flow, and improve overall efficiency.• Coordinate audit readiness efforts by organizing required documentation, partnering with internal auditors, and resolving findings in a thorough and timely manner.• Design, maintain, and enhance internal control practices that protect company assets and reinforce compliance standards.• Supervise, coach, and develop accounting team members while promoting accountability and continuous improvement across finance operations.• Use accounting systems and reporting tools to refine workflows, strengthen reporting quality, and increase operational effectiveness.• Provide senior leaders with financial analysis, reporting, and practical recommendations to support planning and decision-making.• Contribute to annual corporate reporting activities, including support for tax-related filings, fixed asset reporting, treasury matters, and risk management documentation.• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and cross-functional collaboration to improve financial visibility and business performance.• Partner with accounting staff and other departments to establish clear standard operating procedures and encourage consistent best practices. For immediate consideration please apply or call Steve Fields at 919-787-8226.

• CPA designation is required.• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field is required.• At least 5 years of progressive accounting and finance experience is required.• Prior public accounting experience, particularly within audit, or internal audit experience needed.• Strong understanding of accounting principles and demonstrated ability to prepare audit-ready financial statements.

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Raleigh, NC
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
110000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
Robert Half is recruiting for a Controller to lead our clients core accounting operations and ensure reliable financial reporting for the organization. This role oversees day-to-day accounting activities, strengthens financial controls, and supports leadership with clear insights that inform business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, a CPA designation, and a background in public accounting audit environments. Responsibilities:• Lead the monthly close process and deliver complete financial statements that are accurate, timely, and ready for audit review.• Guide the accounts payable and accounts receivable functions to maintain processing accuracy, support healthy cash flow, and improve overall efficiency.• Coordinate audit readiness efforts by organizing required documentation, partnering with internal auditors, and resolving findings in a thorough and timely manner.• Design, maintain, and enhance internal control practices that protect company assets and reinforce compliance standards.• Supervise, coach, and develop accounting team members while promoting accountability and continuous improvement across finance operations.• Use accounting systems and reporting tools to refine workflows, strengthen reporting quality, and increase operational effectiveness.• Provide senior leaders with financial analysis, reporting, and practical recommendations to support planning and decision-making.• Contribute to annual corporate reporting activities, including support for tax-related filings, fixed asset reporting, treasury matters, and risk management documentation.• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and cross-functional collaboration to improve financial visibility and business performance.• Partner with accounting staff and other departments to establish clear standard operating procedures and encourage consistent best practices. For immediate consideration please apply or call Steve Fields at 919-787-8226.
2026-09-19T00:00:00Z

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