We are looking for a Contract Controller to support a newly acquired business in Illinois. This onsite role, with one remote day each week, will play a key part in creating a reliable accounting foundation, strengthening reporting practices, and helping leadership gain clear financial visibility. The position is well suited for a hands-on accounting specialist who can bring order to incomplete records, establish practical processes, and deliver accurate results in an evolving environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Build the initial accounting framework for the acquired entity, including development of the opening balance sheet and preparation of early financial statements under new ownership.<br>• Create and organize core close documentation such as reconciliations, supporting schedules, and workpapers to enable a consistent month-end process.<br>• Direct month-end close activities and ensure reporting is completed accurately and within expected deadlines.<br>• Prepare financial statements, perform detailed account analysis, and provide controller-level insight into financial results.<br>• Review existing accounting records, identify missing or unclear information, and resolve issues where historical documentation is incomplete or limited.<br>• Work closely with finance leadership and the Accounting Manager to design effective accounting procedures and reinforce internal controls.<br>• Assist with acquisition-related accounting matters and support integration work tied to the transition of the business.<br>• Guide the conversion of accounting practices from cash basis reporting to accrual basis accounting in alignment with US GAAP expectations.
<p>CONTROLLER – MANUFACTURING | TORRANCE, CA</p><p>Robert Half is seeking an experienced Controller for a confidential manufacturing client in Torrance, CA.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for a CPA with public-company experience and a strong background in financial reporting, technical accounting, internal controls, and process improvement. The ideal candidate is a hands-on accounting leader who can identify inefficiencies, strengthen controls, improve processes, and partner effectively across the organization.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Lead preparation and review of periodic financial statements, footnotes, earnings materials, and regulatory filings.</li><li>Oversee financial controls, accounting policies, governance, and management review processes.</li><li>Partner with external auditors during quarterly reviews and annual audits.</li><li>Support accounting and reporting requirements related to M&A, financings, and other strategic initiatives.</li><li>Research and interpret US GAAP and regulatory requirements and apply them to financial reporting and disclosures.</li><li>Manage reporting calendars and coordinate cross-functional teams to meet critical deadlines.</li><li>Support the monthly/quarterly close and consolidation process.</li><li>Review financial information for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.</li><li>Identify opportunities for process improvement, automation, and increased efficiency across accounting and financial reporting functions.</li><li>Develop and implement improved accounting procedures, controls, workflows, and reporting processes.</li><li>Provide accounting leadership and technical guidance to management and cross-functional business partners.</li></ul><p>Ideal Candidate</p><ul><li>Active CPA required.</li><li>Publicly traded company experience required.</li><li>Strong knowledge of US GAAP, SEC reporting, financial statements, and internal controls.</li><li>Proven experience with external audits and complex financial reporting.</li><li>Demonstrated success improving accounting processes, implementing efficiencies, and strengthening controls.</li><li>Experience with M&A, financings, or other complex transactions preferred.</li><li>Manufacturing or multi-entity experience strongly preferred.</li><li>Strong leadership, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities and deadlines.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>If you are a CPA with public-company experience who enjoys improving processes and building stronger accounting operations, we would like to hear from you.</p><p><br></p><p>For confidential consideration, please email your Robert Half recruiter. If you're not currently working with anyone at Robert Half, please click "Apply" or call 562-800-3963 and ask for David Bizub. Please reference job order number</p><p>00460-0013512978 email resume to [email protected]</p>
<p>Corporate Controller to lead consolidations, reporting and general accounting as well as analysis Central Illinois. This role handles consolidations, ensure accurate financial reporting, and guide audit activities with a high level of precision. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in accounting and finance within a fast-paced environment, along with the leadership skills to strengthen a high-performing team and support executive decision-making.</p><p><br></p><p>[email protected] regarding this opportunity</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct the company’s overall accounting, consolidations ,reporting, compliance, and strategic planning activities.</p><p>• Oversee consolidated financial statements across a multi-entity structure, including intercompany eliminations for a large portfolio of domestic and international entities.</p><p>• Manage quarterly and annual financial reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP, including preparation of lender-ready statements and supporting footnote disclosures.</p><p>• Lead external audit coordination from planning through completion, ensuring timely responses, strong documentation, and accurate resolution of audit matters.</p><p>• Supervise accounting operations related to inventory and manufacturing finance, maintaining strong controls and reliable reporting across business units.</p><p>• Build, mentor, and develop the accounting team while fostering an accountable, collaborative, and positive workplace culture.</p><p>• Present financial results, forecasts, and key business insights to executive leadership with clarity and confidence.</p><p>• Balance multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment while maintaining exceptional accuracy and integrity in financial data.</p><p>• Support financial processes involving foreign currency considerations and contribute to effective reporting across international operations.</p><p>• Provide leadership on finance system optimization efforts, including participation in ERP-related initiatives such as Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central or Finance & Operations implementations.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead accounting operations and financial reporting for a growing retail organization in San Diego, California. This role will oversee core accounting activities, strengthen reporting accuracy, and provide dependable financial insight to support business decisions. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in close management, multi-entity accounting, tax coordination, and process improvement within a fast-moving environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close cycles, ensuring financial results are completed accurately and on schedule.<br>• Review journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules while maintaining the integrity of the general ledger and related records.<br>• Produce monthly financial statements and management reports that deliver clear visibility into business performance.<br>• Oversee cost accounting, fixed asset accounting, and accounts receivable activities to support strong financial operations.<br>• Manage intercompany accounting across multiple entities, including reconciliations, eliminations, and issue resolution.<br>• Prepare consolidation schedules and support accurate reporting for a multi-entity business structure.<br>• Coordinate sales tax compliance activities and partner with external advisors on income tax reporting and related documentation.<br>• Support external audits by organizing schedules, maintaining documentation, and reinforcing internal control compliance.<br>• Improve accounting workflows, reporting processes, and system usage to increase efficiency, scalability, and accuracy.<br>• Coach and support the accounting team while fostering accountability, collaboration, and continuous development.
<p>We are seeking a <strong>Controller with strong operational manufacturing experience </strong>to lead the finance and accounting function for this company's growing manufacturing operation. This is a hands-on leadership role for a proven manufacturing accounting professional who can operate strategically while remaining close to the transactions, systems, and processes that drive business performance. This is not a traditional Controller role with a large established team. We are seeking a builder who can strengthen financial processes, reporting, controls, and ERP utilization while serving as a key business partner to manufacturing operations. As the business grows, this individual will help define the future finance and accounting structure needed to support expansion.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Lead all manufacturing accounting activities, including inventory accounting, cost accounting, job costing, month-end close, financial reporting, and balance sheet management.</li><li>Own the accuracy and integrity of financial results, including inventory valuation, manufacturing cost flows, reconciliations, and operational reporting.</li><li>Partner with manufacturing, supply chain, procurement, and operations leaders to improve performance, profitability, and decision-making.</li><li>Serve as the finance lead for ERP/MRP systems, ensuring accounting requirements are embedded within system design, reporting, and process improvements.</li><li>Build and enhance scalable accounting processes, internal controls, and reporting capabilities that support business growth.</li><li>Drive process improvement initiatives focused on automation, efficiency, data integrity, and system optimization.</li><li>Support billing, cash flow, working capital, and operational finance activities.</li><li>Assess future finance and accounting resource needs and help build the team as the manufacturing operation expands.</li></ul><p>BENEFITS OFFERED:</p><p>- Healthcare Benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision</p><p>- Retirement Plan: 401k + match as well s profit-sharing plan</p><p>- PTO: PTO and paid holidays</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Controller to provide financial leadership for a nonprofit organization in San Francisco Bay Area, California. This role will guide core accounting activities, support operational and program leaders across a complex organizational structure, and help ensure accurate reporting, strong compliance, and effective stewardship of funds. The position also plays an important part in staff leadership, financial oversight, and the integrity of day-to-day accounting processes.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct daily accounting activities across the general ledger, payables, receivables, payroll, banking, cash activity, reconciliations, budgeting support, and routine financial reporting.</p><p>• Oversee monthly and annual closing cycles by reviewing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and preparing timely financial statements that support sound decision-making.</p><p>• Manage payroll administration for a large multi-site workforce, ensuring accurate processing and adherence to applicable federal, state, and local requirements.</p><p>• Review billing and invoicing tied to grants and contracts to confirm charges align with funding terms, budget limitations, and reporting expectations.</p><p>• Work closely with senior finance leadership to prepare for audits, organize supporting documentation, and respond to external auditor requests.</p><p>• Lead, mentor, and evaluate accounting and payroll team members while promoting accountability, focused growth, and service-oriented support.</p><p>• Strengthen internal controls and recommend process enhancements that improve accuracy, efficiency, and financial transparency across the organization.</p><p>• Partner with program and operational stakeholders across regions and initiatives to address financial questions, monitor performance, and support special projects.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Controller to oversee accounting operations and deliver reliable financial insight for a project-driven business in Kapolei, Hawaii. This position is suited for a hands-on leader who can balance day-to-day accounting management with deeper analysis of job performance, cost trends, and financial results. The role will work closely with operational teams to strengthen reporting, support sound decision-making, and maintain accurate, timely financial information. Hawaii residents are preferred due to onsite work requirements. Apply today by calling Melissa at 808.452.0254.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct daily accounting activities across the general ledger, reconciliations, closing processes, and preparation of financial statements.</p><p>• Maintain accurate work-in-progress reporting and ensure project-related financial data is complete, current, and well documented.</p><p>• Analyze job costs, margins, and cost fluctuations to provide clear insight into project performance and profitability.</p><p>• Collaborate with operations and project leaders to review budgets, monitor spending, and evaluate financial results by project.</p><p>• Oversee revenue recognition and confirm that project accounting is reported in a timely and accurate manner.</p><p>• Lead core transactional functions such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and other routine accounting operations.</p><p>• Establish and enhance internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures to improve accuracy, consistency, and compliance.</p><p>• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports while supporting budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning.</p><p>• Coordinate audit support, tax preparation activities, and compliance-related reporting requirements.</p><p>• Identify workflow improvement opportunities and help implement more efficient accounting and reporting processes.</p>
<p><strong>Controller</strong></p><p><br></p><p>A client of ours is looking for a controller for a contract role to oversee the organization's accounting and financial operations. This role will be responsible for managing the financial close process, financial reporting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash flow, payroll, and audit activities. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical accounting expertise and a willingness to be actively involved in day-to-day accounting functions.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities of Controller</strong></p><ul><li>Manage and execute the month-end and year-end financial close process.</li><li>Prepare timely and accurate financial statements and management reports.</li><li>Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable operations.</li><li>Monitor cash flow and assist with forecasting and liquidity planning.</li><li>Administer payroll processes and ensure compliance with applicable regulations.</li><li>Coordinate and support internal and external audit activities.</li><li>Maintain the general ledger and account reconciliations.</li><li>Develop and enforce internal controls and accounting procedures.</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP and company policies.</li><li>Provide financial insights and recommendations to leadership.</li></ul>
<p>We are seeking a <strong>Microsoft 365 Adoption Trainer</strong> for a short-term onsite engagement in Los Angeles. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience leading <strong>Google Workspace to Microsoft 365 migrations</strong> and can confidently deliver engaging end-user training to help employees successfully transition to Microsoft tools.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Deliver an interactive Microsoft 365 training session following a Google-to-Microsoft migration</li><li>Conduct live demonstrations covering Outlook, Teams, OneDrive, SharePoint, and related M365 tools</li><li>Educate users on practical, day-to-day workflows to improve productivity</li><li>Answer employee questions and provide adoption best practices</li><li>Create a positive user experience and reduce post-migration frustration</li></ul><p><strong>Topics May Include</strong></p><ul><li>Outlook productivity features (folders, rules, scheduling, pinning, snooze, search)</li><li>Shared calendars and calendar management</li><li>Meeting room reservations</li><li>Document sharing and collaboration using links vs. attachments</li><li>Permissions, sharing settings, and access management</li><li>Version history and content recovery</li><li>Microsoft Tasks and task management workflows</li><li>Microsoft Bookings and appointment scheduling</li></ul>
<p>A global professional services organization is seeking an AI Training & Enablement Consultant to serve as a dedicated AI Subject Matter Expert and lead AI education, adoption, and enablement initiatives across the organization.</p><p>This individual will partner closely with the existing training team to help employees effectively adopt and utilize enterprise AI tools, including Harvey, Claude, OpenAI/ChatGPT, Grok, and other emerging AI platforms.</p><p>The ideal candidate combines deep, hands-on AI knowledge with strong training, presentation, and customer service skills. This person should be comfortable leading AI conversations with everyone from everyday end users to executives and senior leadership, translating complex AI concepts into practical, easy-to-understand guidance.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Serve as the organization's AI Subject Matter Expert, providing practical guidance on AI tools, capabilities, workflows, and best practices.</li><li>Lead AI training and enablement initiatives across the organization.</li><li>Develop, maintain, and continuously improve AI training materials, user guides, presentations, and learning content.</li><li>Create and deliver engaging instructor-led training sessions for users with varying levels of AI experience.</li><li>Support the rollout and ongoing adoption of Harvey and other enterprise AI platforms.</li><li>Train employees on effective prompting, prompt development, responsible AI usage, governance, and AI best practices.</li><li>Educate users on token management and optimization, platform capabilities, and effective AI utilization.</li><li>Provide guidance and education around tools including Harvey, Claude, OpenAI/ChatGPT, Grok, and related technologies.</li><li>Support executive, partner-level, and other high-profile end users in a white-glove environment.</li><li>Partner with the training team to incorporate AI learning content into the organization's Learning Management System (LMS).</li><li>Help establish strategies and recommendations that drive AI adoption and effective usage throughout the organization.</li><li>Stay current on emerging AI platforms, features, trends, and best practices and translate those developments into practical recommendations for users.</li><li>Act as a trusted AI resource who can confidently answer questions and establish credibility with both technical and non-technical audiences.</li></ul>