<p><strong>ASSISTANT CONTROLLER</strong></p><p>Robert Half has partnered with an industry leading, highly reputable manufacturing organization as they look for an experienced accounting professional to support daily finance operations and assist senior leadership with financial reporting, analysis, compliance, and audit activities. This role works closely with the Sr. Controller and finance leadership to help maintain accurate records, support closing processes, manage cash activity, and contribute to cost and profitability analysis.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Help oversee daily accounting operations, including payables, billing, inventory, and general ledger activity</li><li>Assist with monthly close and preparation of financial statements and management reports</li><li>Review accruals, fixed assets, and general ledger activity to help ensure accuracy and compliance with GAAP</li><li>Support cash management, account transfers, and borrowing activity as needed</li><li>Coordinate audit support, including schedules, auditor requests, and financial statement footnotes</li><li>Assist with tax-related reporting, including sales tax, partnership filings, and payroll-related taxable income items</li><li>Contribute to cost accounting, inventory valuation, and margin analysis</li><li>Partner with other departments to identify opportunities to improve financial performance and reduce costs</li><li>Provide guidance and support to accounting staff and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders</li></ul><p>Interested in this direct hire opportunity that offers: excellent work/life balance, strong benefits & competitive comp/bonus...working with a highly tenured team? Apply now and let's chat! </p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>Tyler Houk (Practice Director) at Robert Half is looking for an Assistant Controller to join a real estate development organization in Fresno, California. In this role, you will help lead day-to-day accounting operations, maintain reliable financial records, and produce accurate reporting that supports sound business decisions. This position is ideal for an experienced accounting specialist who brings strong construction industry knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to manage complex financial activity with confidence.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee the recording of financial activity and maintain accounting records that are complete, accurate, and prepared in a timely manner.</p><p>• Review ledger entries and reconcile subledgers to the general ledger across key areas such as payables, receivables, cash, payroll, equipment, and job costing.</p><p>• Prepare monthly and annual financial statements, variance analyses, and expenditure reports to support leadership review and planning.</p><p>• Evaluate costs, revenue trends, commitments, and obligations to help forecast financial performance and identify areas requiring corrective action.</p><p>• Strengthen internal accounting controls, maintain a well-structured chart of accounts, and ensure expenses are coded correctly across departments and projects.</p><p>• Lead the month-end close process for assigned accounts, including detailed reconciliations for balance sheet and income statement accounts with proper documentation.</p><p>• Administer core accounting functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll support, fixed assets, revenue accounting, and general ledger activity.</p><p>• Coordinate audit support for internal, external, and compliance reviews by organizing records and responding to documentation requests.</p><p>• Partner with the accounting team, operational departments, and external vendors to improve reporting accuracy, cost control, and financial consistency.</p><p>• Handle special assignments from leadership while safeguarding confidential financial and business information.</p>
<p><strong>Anisa is a Direct-Hire</strong> Recruiter with Robert Half <strong>Financial Services, </strong>specializing in roles within<strong> Finance & Accounting </strong>across the<strong> Bay Area. </strong>Happy to connect with professionals in the space, even if you’re just curious about the market.</p><p> </p><p>✨ Assistant Controller</p><p>📍 Menlo Park, CA (Hybrid)</p><p>🏢 Family Office + Alternative Investments</p><p>💰 Competitive Base + Bonus + Great Benefits</p><p><br></p><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p>Join a sophisticated investment organization as an <strong>Assistant Controller</strong>, supporting both investment and real estate accounting. This highly visible role offers broad exposure across private investments, property operations, financial reporting, and process improvement, with a strong focus on automation and accounting excellence.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key areas of responsibility include:</strong></p><ul><li>Investment and partnership accounting</li><li>Real estate and property accounting</li><li>Financial reporting and consolidations</li><li>Month-end close and cash planning</li><li>Process improvement, automation, and AI initiatives</li></ul><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee accounting and reporting for private investments, including capital activity, valuations, reconciliations, and K-1 reporting.</li><li>Manage property and real estate accounting, including budgets, operating expenditures, capital projects, and entity consolidations.</li><li>Support monthly and annual close activities, financial reporting, cash forecasting, and tax-related filings.</li><li>Partner with investment, finance, and operational teams to drive reporting accuracy and business insights.</li><li>Strengthen internal controls, improve accounting processes, and leverage technology and AI tools to enhance efficiency and scalability.</li></ul><p><strong>For fastest consideration, reach out to <u>Anisa Henry via email or LinkedIn</u>.</strong></p>
<p><strong>GROWTH OPPORTUNITY! </strong></p><p><br></p><p>Robert Half has partnered with a locally owned small business as they seek an<strong> Assistant Controller</strong> to join their team. This role is ideal for someone with strong bookkeeping experience who can multitask effectively, communicate well, and support daily financial operations in a collaborative environment.</p><p><br></p><p>As the successful candidate, you will work closely under the Controller as they transition their day-to-day & month end responsibilities to you over the course of the next 1-2 years, which include:</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Performing accurate bookkeeping and financial records</li><li>Supporting accounts payable, invoicing, payments, credit card coding, and accounts receivable </li><li>Preparing reconciliations, including bank, general ledger, and balance sheet accounts</li><li>Supporting month-end and year-end closings</li><li>Assisting with financial statement preparation, trial balance review, budgeting, and payroll support</li><li>Tracking fixed assets and depreciation schedules</li><li>Helping with quarterly tax filings and additional clerical/accounting support as needed</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for an Assistant Controller to support core accounting operations and help ensure accurate, timely financial reporting in Petersburg, Virginia. This role partners closely with the Controller to oversee close activities, strengthen controls, and guide day-to-day accounting performance. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to review complex financial activity with accuracy and consistency.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Support the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process to help deliver complete and timely financial results.<br>• Examine journal entries for accuracy, adequate documentation, and proper authorization before posting.<br>• Oversee account reconciliations and drive prompt resolution of outstanding reconciling items.<br>• Review intercompany activity and confirm related balances are properly matched and eliminated as needed.<br>• Contribute to the preparation and analysis of financial statements, including consolidated reporting requirements.<br>• Monitor key balance sheet areas such as accruals, prepaids, fixed assets, debt, leases, payroll, and benefits to ensure correct accounting treatment.<br>• Identify unusual variances or account discrepancies, research root causes, and coordinate corrective action.<br>• Provide day-to-day direction to accounting staff while reviewing work for quality, completeness, and compliance.<br>• Assist with accounts payable, cash activity, and other general accounting tasks while maintaining effective internal controls and audit-ready support.<br>• Partner with the Controller on annual audit preparation, schedule development, process improvements, and backup coverage as needed.
We are looking for an Assistant Controller to join our team in Santa Clara, California. In this role, you will assist the Controller in managing accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal controls. This position requires strong attention to detail, expertise in construction accounting, and a collaborative approach to working with various departments.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead and support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes to ensure timely and accurate reporting.<br>• Prepare and analyze financial statements in compliance with industry standards and organizational requirements.<br>• Manage job cost accounting tasks, including tracking schedules, cost-to-complete calculations, and percentage-of-completion reports.<br>• Perform reconciliations for general ledger accounts and balance sheet items to maintain data accuracy.<br>• Contribute to cash flow forecasting and budgeting to support organizational financial planning.<br>• Oversee revenue recognition and contract accounting processes to ensure compliance with relevant guidelines.<br>• Collaborate with project managers to evaluate job performance, profitability, and variance analysis.<br>• Develop and enhance internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures to improve operational efficiency.<br>• Coordinate audits, tax preparation, and external reporting to meet regulatory and compliance obligations.<br>• Supervise and guide accounting staff, supporting growth and effective team collaboration.
We are looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to join a mission-driven non-profit organization in Worthington, Ohio. This role will play a key part in maintaining accurate financial operations, supporting the Controller, and helping ensure timely and reliable reporting across the organization. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting knowledge, leadership experience, and a proven ability to manage closing activities, audits, and financial reporting in a collaborative environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities to ensure financial records are completed accurately and on schedule.<br>• Oversee general ledger activity, including account reconciliations, journal entries, and review of supporting documentation.<br>• Partner closely with the Controller to strengthen accounting operations and support day-to-day financial management.<br>• Supervise and develop a team of five accounting professionals, providing direction, coaching, and workflow oversight.<br>• Prepare and review internal and external financial reports to support organizational decision-making and compliance needs.<br>• Coordinate audit preparation and serve as a key contact for financial statement audit requests and documentation.<br>• Monitor accounting processes and internal controls to help maintain consistency, accuracy, and adherence to reporting standards.
We are looking for an Assistant Controller to help lead the accounting function for a commercial real estate organization in Fort Worth, Texas. This onsite role partners closely with the Controller to support accurate financial reporting, strengthen day-to-day accounting operations, and guide a high-performing team. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, prior leadership experience, and a solid background in property or commercial real estate accounting.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Guide the daily workflow of the accounting team, provide coaching, and support staff development to maintain strong performance and accountability.<br>• Examine and authorize accounting activity across payables, disbursements, cash activity, and other financial transactions to promote accuracy and compliance.<br>• Oversee receivables processes, including tenant invoicing, recurring charges, collections activity, and account updates, while helping evaluate reserves for uncollectible balances.<br>• Interpret lease documents and ensure amendments, renewals, terminations, and related billing data are properly reflected in accounting records.<br>• Prepare and review journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and supporting schedules to facilitate monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycles.<br>• Produce financial statements, management reporting packages, and executive-level schedules that provide timely insight into operating results.<br>• Assist with annual budgeting by building schedules, updating leasing assumptions, and contributing to the review of forecast inputs.<br>• Maintain accounting policies, internal controls, and process documentation, while identifying opportunities to improve reporting quality and operational efficiency.<br>• Serve as a dependable backup to the Controller during absences, peak periods, and year-end audit activities, including responding to audit support requests.
We are looking for an Assistant Controller to join a manufacturing organization in Torrance, California. This role will play a key part in financial planning, cost analysis, and performance reporting while partnering closely with operational and executive leaders. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting expertise, hands-on experience in a manufacturing setting, and the ability to translate financial data into actionable business insight.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Analyze budgets, forecasts, financial statements, and performance trends to deliver accurate and timely insight for business decisions.<br>• Collaborate with department leaders to build annual operating plans and maintain forward-looking financial projections.<br>• Facilitate monthly reviews of financial results, identify variances, and drive updated forecasting based on current business conditions.<br>• Create financial models, key performance indicators, and analytical tools that support strategic and operational planning.<br>• Work closely with senior leadership, including the General Manager and Controller, to support long-range planning and business priorities.<br>• Contribute financial guidance to program bidding activities to help achieve profitability targets and expected returns.<br>• Review capital investment proposals and assess financial viability, expected benefits, and overall business impact.<br>• Support accurate financial reporting and partner with divisional finance leadership to evaluate operating performance.<br>• Lead or assist with internal and external audit efforts, ensuring readiness, compliance, and thorough documentation.<br>• Advise operational teams on cost, margin, and profitability opportunities to improve financial and business performance.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to support financial reporting, close activities, and accounting oversight for a Contract to Hire position based in Waltham, Massachusetts. This role will play a key part in producing accurate financial information, coordinating reporting deliverables, and strengthening compliance across accounting processes. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, leadership experience, and a solid background in corporate reporting within a regulated environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the preparation and review of internal and external financial reports, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely delivery.</p><p>• Support quarterly and annual filing activities, including drafting disclosures, coordinating reviews, and validating the consistency of financial statements and related narratives.</p><p>• Perform detailed account analysis, reconciliations, journal entry review, and consolidation oversight to maintain reliable financial records.</p><p>• Monitor evolving reporting and compliance requirements, provide guidance to leadership, and recommend practical accounting and disclosure approaches.</p><p>• Partner with internal and external auditors by preparing schedules, responding to information requests, and overseeing audit-related deliverables.</p><p>• Maintain and enhance internal controls over financial reporting, including documentation tied to Sarbanes-Oxley compliance activities.</p><p>• Assist with month-end close and finance review processes, including technical accounting support for complex transactions and preparation of position memos.</p><p>• Contribute to the development and revision of accounting policies, reporting procedures, and materials prepared for boards, lenders, and other stakeholders.</p><p>• Provide support to the Controller while offering direction, feedback, and development guidance to members of the reporting team.</p><p>• Participate in the use and improvement of financial systems and automation tools, including work within Microsoft Dynamics GP and related platforms.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to help lead core accounting activities and strengthen financial reporting for our Cincinnati, Ohio team. This role supports a fast-paced environment by overseeing close activities, improving financial controls, and delivering accurate analysis that guides business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting knowledge, experience in manufacturing, and the ability to balance hands-on execution with team support and process improvement.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct day-to-day accounting activities across the general ledger, payables, receivables, and payroll functions to maintain accurate financial records.</p><p>• Contribute to month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close cycles by reviewing transactions, resolving discrepancies, and helping produce timely reporting.</p><p>• Develop, review, and interpret financial statements and related analyses to support leadership decision-making.</p><p>• Strengthen accounting procedures and internal control practices to protect assets and promote reliable reporting.</p><p>• Manage receivables performance through sales analysis, account monitoring, and collection follow-up.</p><p>• Administer fixed asset accounting by tracking additions and disposals, recording depreciation, and supporting asset verification activities.</p><p>• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and broader financial planning efforts by compiling data and evaluating trends.</p><p>• Partner with external auditors during audit engagements and provide documentation needed to support compliance requirements.</p><p>• Monitor adherence to applicable federal, state, and local financial regulations and reporting obligations.</p><p>• Coach and guide accounting team members while identifying opportunities to streamline workflows and improve reporting practices.</p><p><br></p><p>If you are interested in this opportunity or other Direct Hire opportunities through Robert Half please call Carolyn Barnett at 513.810.3821 </p>
We are looking for an Assistant Controller to support accounting operations and help maintain accurate, timely financial reporting in Stuart, Florida. This role partners closely with finance leadership to strengthen oversight, improve consistency across core accounting processes, and guide a high-performing team. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to balance daily execution with process improvement initiatives.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead and support the accounting team to ensure financial activities are completed accurately, on schedule, and in alignment with company policies and compliance standards.<br>• Review critical accounting outputs such as customer billing, cash application activity, bank reconciliations, warranty-related documentation, and accounts payable transactions, providing guidance where needed.<br>• Oversee payroll administration, including approval of payroll processing and coordination of related tax filings, withholdings, and payments.<br>• Prepare and evaluate monthly journal entries, account reconciliations, and close activities to support reliable financial statements.<br>• Develop, implement, and monitor internal control procedures, and perform periodic reviews to confirm effectiveness and adherence.<br>• Drive process improvement efforts by standardizing workflows, streamlining procedures, and establishing clear operating documentation.<br>• Assist with budgeting and annual operating plan preparation by compiling financial data and supporting planning activities.<br>• Partner with internal and external auditors, as well as corporate tax stakeholders, to provide analysis, schedules, and documentation for audits and reporting needs.<br>• Maintain oversight of fixed asset records and support financial control of international transactions, including credit instruments, wire activity, and related documentation.<br>• Mentor finance team members by providing direction, coaching, and developmental support while contributing to special projects as assigned.
We are looking for an Assistant Controller to support the financial leadership of our rubber manufacturing operation in Brea, California. This role oversees core accounting activities, strengthens financial controls, and delivers timely insights that help leaders manage plant performance and profitability. The ideal candidate brings strong manufacturing accounting experience, a hands-on approach to month-end close and cost analysis, and the ability to guide a team while partnering effectively across operations and business functions.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, ensuring journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, and consolidated reporting are completed accurately and on schedule.<br>• Produce and review management reports, corporate financial submissions, and variance analyses, translating key trends into clear business explanations for leadership.<br>• Establish and maintain a strong internal control framework within a public-company environment, supporting audit readiness, segregation of duties, and timely correction of control gaps.<br>• Manage standard costing activities, including cost structure maintenance, annual cost updates, and the accuracy of SKU and bill-of-material costing data.<br>• Oversee inventory accounting by validating physical counts, monitoring reserve balances, and reconciling inventory records to the general ledger.<br>• Investigate purchase price, labor, manufacturing, overhead, and margin variances, then work with stakeholders to turn findings into practical improvement plans.<br>• Partner closely with operations and business unit leaders to identify cost drivers, improve productivity, and support informed financial decision-making.<br>• Lead efforts to streamline reporting and reduce manual work through process improvement, automation, and the thoughtful use of new technologies, including AI tools.<br>• Supervise and develop finance team members by setting performance expectations, coaching for growth, and building coverage that supports a scalable finance function.<br>• Evaluate capital spending proposals through financial analysis and post-implementation review to confirm expected savings, productivity gains, and business value are achieved.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to join a manufacturing organization in the Worcester area. This role is ideal for a hands-on accounting leader who can guide a small team while staying closely involved in core financial operations. The position offers the opportunity to support accurate reporting, strengthen operational finance processes, and contribute to budgeting and performance analysis in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the full monthly close cycle, ensuring deadlines are met and financial results are accurate and complete.</p><p>• Supervise and support a small accounting team while remaining actively involved in day-to-day accounting activities.</p><p>• Prepare monthly financial reports and management packages that provide clear insight into business performance.</p><p>• Oversee general ledger activity, account reconciliations, and the integrity of financial data across the organization.</p><p>• Partner with operations to monitor cost accounting activity, inventory balances, and manufacturing-related financial trends.</p><p>• Analyze gross margin performance and identify key drivers affecting profitability.</p><p>• Take an active role in developing annual budgets and supporting forecast updates throughout the year.</p><p>• Assist with audit preparation and help maintain compliance with applicable reporting and billing requirements, including government-related standards when needed.</p>
<p>We are looking for an Assistant Controller to join a non-profit organization in Raleigh, North Carolina. This contract opportunity is ideal for an accounting specialist who can strengthen financial operations, support accurate reporting, and contribute to a collaborative team environment. The role offers the chance to combine hands-on accounting leadership with analysis, compliance support, and process improvement in a dynamic setting.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct core accounting activities, including oversight of ledger integrity, payables workflow, and daily financial processing.</p><p>• Manage monthly and annual closing cycles by reviewing entries, reconciliations, and supporting documentation to ensure timely and accurate results.</p><p>• Produce and evaluate periodic financial statements and variance analyses to help leadership understand performance and trends.</p><p>• Work closely with cross-functional partners to investigate discrepancies, answer reporting questions, and resolve accounting-related issues.</p><p>• Identify opportunities to refine procedures, strengthen internal controls, and improve the efficiency and accuracy of accounting operations.</p><p>• Coach and support accounting staff through training, guidance, and balanced allocation of responsibilities across the team.</p><p>• Participate in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis activities that inform operational and strategic decision-making.</p><p>• Organize audit support materials and prepare reconciliations and reports required for external auditors, lenders, insurers, and compliance-related submissions.</p>
<p>Looking to get out of public accounting? Have 5+ years experience? This role is for you!</p><p><br></p><p>This role should track financial information in a well-organized manner and assist the Controller in all aspects related to finance at the organization. This candidate should be comfortable analyzing balance sheets in order to forecast revenue and keep track of accounts payable and receivable.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Generate financial reports for senior leadership</li><li>Monitor and analyze balance sheets, accounts payable and accounts receivable</li><li>Aid senior management in forecasting business revenue</li><li>Support Controller in all financial matters of the organization</li><li>Monitor taxes and provide details for audits</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to support the accounting and financial reporting activities of a growing natural resources organization in Findlay, Ohio. This position plays a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, strengthening internal controls, and helping leadership make informed business decisions. The ideal candidate brings a strong accounting foundation, a hands-on approach to operational finance, and the ability to work effectively across multiple priorities in a team-oriented environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee core accounting activities, including general ledger maintenance, month-end close, and the preparation of timely and accurate financial reports.<br>• Support daily finance operations across areas such as accounts payable, billing, payroll, cash application, and fixed asset accounting.<br>• Assist in producing financial statements and related schedules while ensuring compliance with applicable accounting standards and company policies.<br>• Coordinate audit support activities by preparing documentation, responding to inquiries, and helping maintain readiness for internal and external reviews.<br>• Contribute to job costing processes and financial analysis to improve reporting accuracy and operational visibility.<br>• Help strengthen accounting procedures and internal controls through process review, issue resolution, and continuous improvement efforts.<br>• Partner with finance and operational teams to ensure reliable data, consistent reporting practices, and effective communication across departments.<br>• Utilize accounting and reporting systems to manage financial information efficiently, with exposure to platforms such as Oracle and OneStream considered beneficial.
We are looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to support a complex public-sector finance environment in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This Long-term Contract position will oversee core accounting activities, guide the annual external audit process, and help ensure accurate financial reporting across multiple departments. The role calls for a strong leader who can coordinate cross-functional stakeholders, evaluate financial information, and deliver clear guidance in a fast-paced setting.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the planning and execution of the annual citywide external audit, keeping requests, milestones, and deliverables on track from start to finish.<br>• Act as the central point of contact between finance leadership and outside auditors, ensuring timely communication and resolution of outstanding items.<br>• Supervise and mentor the accounting team, providing daily leadership, setting expectations, and driving accountability across managers, supervisors, accountants, and technical staff.<br>• Review workpapers, reconciliations, reporting schedules, and supporting documentation to maintain accuracy and audit readiness.<br>• Assist in preparing and reviewing annual financial statements and related disclosures in accordance with applicable reporting standards.<br>• Oversee accounting support for numerous general fund departments by evaluating financial results, reviewing reporting packages, and strengthening overall financial oversight.<br>• Contribute to quarterly forecasting and budget-related activities by analyzing trends, identifying risks, and offering recommendations to leadership.<br>• Partner with leaders across finance, accounting, and operational teams to address issues, remove obstacles, and align on priorities in a complex stakeholder environment.<br>• Present financial updates and key findings to senior leaders and, when needed, support communication with public governing bodies such as City Council.
<p>We are looking for an Assistant Controller to join our client's finance leadership team in Greensboro, North Carolina. This role is responsible for strengthening day-to-day accounting operations, supporting accurate and timely financial reporting, and helping maintain a well-controlled environment across core finance activities. The position will work closely with internal stakeholders to guide close activities, improve reporting quality, and ensure compliance with applicable accounting and tax requirements.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead and support the monthly and periodic close process, helping deliver accurate financial results on schedule while contributing to forecasting and budgeting activities.</p><p>• Oversee daily accounting functions across receivables, payables, payroll, and cash activity to promote smooth operations and dependable financial data.</p><p>• Direct general ledger activity by reviewing account classifications, approving journal entries, and ensuring reconciliations are completed thoroughly and on time.</p><p>• Validate job cost reporting and inventory-related balances, and confirm that subsidiary records align with the general ledger across key accounting areas.</p><p>• Prepare audit schedules, supporting documentation, and inventory-related materials required for annual external audit procedures and physical inventory review.</p><p>• Assist with treasury-related tasks by monitoring banking platform activity and supporting cash management processes.</p><p>• Manage compliance for applicable tax obligations, including sales and use tax, property tax reporting, and annual information reporting such as 1099 filings.</p><p>• Strengthen adherence to accounting policies and internal control practices by identifying risks, recommending improvements, and helping protect company assets.</p><p>• Partner with operational and administrative teams to gather financial information, analyze results, and support sound business decisions.</p>
Robert Half is seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to support accounting operations and strengthen financial oversight for a growing organization in Hazelwood, Missouri. This position will play a critical role in leading the close process, enhancing reporting accuracy, and partnering with operational leaders to support informed financial decision-making.<br>The ideal candidate will bring strong technical accounting expertise, proven leadership capability, and the ability to turn financial data into actionable business insight.<br><br>Key Responsibilities<br>• Direct day-to-day accounting operations across accounts payable and general ledger functions, while mentoring staff and promoting high-performance standards<br>• Manage monthly and annual close processes across multiple entities, including accruals, reconciliations, cutoffs, and supporting schedules<br>• Prepare and review journal entries, balance sheet analyses, and intercompany allocations to maintain complete and accurate financial records<br>• Oversee financial reporting and analyze results to identify trends, explain variances, and provide meaningful updates to leadership<br>• Maintain the chart of accounts and drive consistency in financial reporting practices across the organization<br>• Supervise payment activity for vendors, contractors, credit cards, and prepaid expenses, ensuring timely processing and strong financial controls<br>• Partner with operations leaders to review spending patterns, identify inefficiencies, and recommend opportunities to improve cost management and profitability<br>• Develop and monitor cost and margin reporting, including metrics such as revenue, expense, and profit per mile across business segments<br>• Strengthen internal controls, support audit readiness, and maintain organized documentation for contracts, leases, and other key financial records<br>• Provide financial analysis, KPI reporting, and business recommendations to help leadership evaluate performance and make sound operational decisions<br><br>Qualifications<br>• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA preferred<br>• Progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibilities<br>• Strong knowledge of month-end and year-end close, general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and financial reporting<br>• Experience supporting multi-entity environments preferred<br>• Ability to analyze financial results and communicate findings clearly to both finance and operations stakeholders<br>• Strong understanding of internal controls, audit support, and process improvement<br>• Advanced Excel skills and experience working within ERP or accounting systems<br>• Industry experience in transportation, logistics, or a related operational environment is preferred<br><br>Comprehensive benefit package and competitive salary plus bonus depending on experience. For immediate consideration, please apply online to this role; you may also contact Craig Lavelle via LinkedIn or via phone at 314-279-7382.
We are looking for an Assistant Controller to oversee accounting and financial activities for a manufacturing plant in Ohio. This role is ideal for a finance specialist who enjoys working closely with operations, translating plant performance into meaningful financial insights, and strengthening decision-making through accurate reporting and analysis. The position offers the opportunity to contribute across close processes, cost analysis, budgeting, and financial controls while partnering with leadership to support profitability and operational efficiency.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the accounting function for an assigned manufacturing facility, ensuring accurate reporting and reliable financial oversight.<br>• Coordinate monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities, including preparation and review of journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations.<br>• Produce plant-level financial statements and investigate account activity to maintain accuracy across the general ledger.<br>• Evaluate inventory, labor, overhead, scrap, and standard cost performance to identify trends and explain manufacturing variances.<br>• Work closely with plant leadership to interpret financial results and highlight opportunities to improve margins and operating performance.<br>• Monitor budget versus actual results, plant spending, and key manufacturing metrics to support informed business decisions.<br>• Assist with forecasting, annual budgeting, and financial planning processes for the facility.<br>• Maintain effective internal controls, support audit requests, and provide schedules and documentation required for external review.<br>• Use Epicor to manage financial reporting, transactional accounting, inventory analysis, and manufacturing-related data while recommending process and system improvements.<br>• Partner with finance leadership and peers across locations to promote consistency in accounting practices and operational reporting.
<p>Kyle Clarke with Robert Half of Buffalo has partnered with a nationally recognized real estate developer. They are looking for an Assistant Controller to join their office in Buffalo, New York. This position partners with teams across property accounting, development, and corporate finance to deliver accurate reporting, reinforce compliance, and support sound financial operations. The role also contributes to stronger accounting practices and more efficient reporting processes that align with the company’s long-term business goals.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead monthly close activities, ensuring entries are recorded accurately and deadlines are met across assigned entities and portfolios.</p><p>• Oversee general ledger integrity by reviewing account activity, reconciling balances, and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.</p><p>• Prepare and analyze financial reports for leadership, providing clear insight into operating results and key trends.</p><p>• Collaborate with property accounting, development, and finance partners to support consistent reporting and well-documented accounting treatment.</p><p>• Coordinate audit support by organizing schedules, responding to requests, and helping maintain readiness for financial statement reviews.</p><p>• Monitor compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements, including matters related to DCAA when relevant.</p><p>• Support accounting for real estate activities such as property-level transactions, tax-related items, and portfolio reporting.</p><p>• Identify opportunities to improve workflows, standardize procedures, and strengthen internal accounting controls.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to join a non-profit organization in San Francisco on a Contract basis. This role will support core accounting operations, strengthen financial oversight, and serve as a trusted partner in maintaining accurate records and reliable reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership capability, hands-on technical accounting expertise, and the ability to guide audit readiness and month-end activities in a dynamic environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead month-end close activities to ensure timely and accurate completion of accounting records and reporting deliverables.</p><p>• Review and reconcile balance sheet accounts, resolve discrepancies, and improve the integrity of financial data.</p><p>• Partner with finance leadership as a strategic accounting resource, offering manager-level guidance on controls, reporting, and operational priorities.</p><p>• Prepare schedules, documentation, and supporting analysis required for external audit coordination and year-end review activities.</p><p>• Oversee general ledger accuracy by monitoring entries, investigating variances, and maintaining proper account structure.</p><p>• Produce financial reports that provide clear insight into organizational performance and support informed decision-making.</p><p>• Strengthen accounting processes and internal controls to promote consistency, compliance, and efficient execution of daily responsibilities.</p><p>• Support accounting projects and operational finance initiatives, including system-related activities when needed.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to join a mission-driven organization in Valhalla, New York. This onsite role supports core accounting operations, financial reporting, compliance activities, and audit readiness while partnering with leadership on budgeting and process improvement. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to balance detailed financial work with cross-functional support.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee participation in monthly, quarterly, and annual closing activities to help ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.<br>• Prepare and review reconciliations, journal entries, and account analysis for cash, investments, and other balance sheet accounts.<br>• Administer fixed asset accounting by tracking additions, disposals, and depreciation schedules.<br>• Contribute to payroll processing, benefits coordination, and related administrative support tied to finance and human resources.<br>• Assist with budget development, external audit preparation, and supporting documentation for financial statements.<br>• Complete required tax and regulatory filings, including nonprofit informational returns, charitable registrations, sales tax submissions, and excise tax reporting.<br>• Monitor grant-related and donor-restricted financial activity, including reconciliations and reporting to support fund accountability.<br>• Provide guidance to accounting team members, review work for accuracy, and offer backup support across accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.<br>• Support endowment and annual care accounting, respond to customer inquiries, strengthen internal controls, and prepare special financial analyses as needed.
<p>We are looking for an interim Assistant Controller to support a manufacturing and distribution organization in Denton, Texas. This Long-term Contract position will provide visible leadership across daily accounting activities while helping the business maintain accurate reporting, operational continuity, and timely close cycles. The ideal candidate can move comfortably between strategic oversight and hands-on execution, partnering with the Corporate Controller and internal teams to keep financial operations running smoothly during a critical period.</p><p>This is a 4-6 month contract position</p><p>100% ONSITE 5 days a week in Denton, TX</p><p>Must be CPA</p><p>Must have manufacturing industry experience</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Interim Assistant Controller (contract position):</u></strong></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead daily accounting operations across payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger activity, cash management, and account reconciliations.</p><p>• Direct the month-end close process by reviewing entries, resolving exceptions, and ensuring financial results are completed accurately and on schedule.</p><p>• Supervise and support accounting staff, provide guidance on priorities, and step in directly when workload or deadlines require hands-on involvement.</p><p>• Oversee billing, collections, customer deposits, vendor deposits, and pass-through transactions while maintaining accuracy and strong follow-through.</p><p>• Monitor cash activity and disbursements to help maintain control, visibility, and consistency across financial processes.</p><p>• Support manufacturing, inventory, and project-based accounting activities, including coordination tied to costing, progress billing, and operational workflows.</p><p>• Prepare and review financial reports for leadership, highlighting issues, trends, and areas needing corrective action.</p><p>• Strengthen internal controls, improve accounting procedures, and address process gaps that affect efficiency or reporting quality.</p><p>• Partner with teams across operations, purchasing, project management, and sales to reconcile data and resolve accounting issues that cross departmental lines.</p>