We are looking for an experienced Controller to provide financial leadership for a large, multi-location franchise organization in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This Long-term Contract position will oversee core accounting activities, deliver accurate and timely financial reporting, and support leadership with budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis across a high-volume operating environment. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, sound business judgment, and the ability to manage complex financial data across numerous locations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Guide the full accounting cycle for a multi-unit franchise business, ensuring reliable financial records and consistent reporting across all locations.<br>• Supervise day-to-day finance functions such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, general ledger activity, and month-end close procedures.<br>• Lead and develop a small accounting team while strengthening internal controls and promoting accuracy, timeliness, and accountability.<br>• Prepare and present consolidated financial statements, budget updates, and cash flow projections to senior leadership for decision-making purposes.<br>• Partner with executives on annual planning, operational budgeting, and ongoing improvements to financial processes and reporting practices.<br>• Review business performance by analyzing financial results, identifying variances, and clearly explaining trends and key drivers.<br>• Coordinate sales reporting requirements for the franchisor and ensure submissions are complete, accurate, and delivered on schedule.<br>• Serve as the primary contact for external auditors and tax advisors, supporting compliance and year-round financial governance.
<p>We’re seeking an experienced Controller to lead and oversee all accounting operations, including managing a documented system of accounting policies and procedures, supervising outsourced functions, and ensuring the accounting department is structured to meet organizational goals. This role is responsible for timely execution of accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll processing, bank reconciliations, and debt payments, while maintaining the chart of accounts and strong internal controls over all transactions. The Controller will deliver accurate and timely financial statements, coordinate the annual report, develop and monitor budgets and forecasts, analyze variances, and provide meaningful financial and operational metrics to leadership. Additional responsibilities include producing management cost reports, supporting annual audits by coordinating with external auditors, monitoring debt compliance, and ensuring adherence to all local, state, and federal reporting and tax requirements. The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting or business administration and brings 10+ years of progressive accounting leadership experience; CPA or CMA credentials are strongly preferred.</p>
<p>Robert Half is seeking an Interim Controller/ Consultant to support post-acquisition integration for a newly formed holding company in the Inland Empire. Consultant in this role will oversee two newly acquired entities forming the foundation of a private equity-backed consolidation strategy. This opportunity will be located onsite in Rancho Cucamonga, CA.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p>* Lead post-acquisition integration and financial consolidation</p><p>* Manage finance teams across acquired entities</p><p>* Coordinate treasury and cash flow between companies</p><p>* Prepare consolidated financials and KPI reporting</p><p>* Review opening balance sheet and trial balance</p><p>* Assist with net working capital adjustments, and acquisition accounting</p><p>* Convert cash-basis financials to accrual</p><p>* Clean up balance sheet accounts (AP, AR, accruals, reserves)</p><p>* Deliver executive-level reporting and support GAAP compliance</p><p><br></p><p>Qualifications</p><p>* 7+ years accounting experience; Controller background preferred</p><p>* Knoweledge of Quickbooks / Sage Intacct or similar ERP systems</p><p>* Strong prior M&A, due diligence, and integration experience ( must have) </p><p>* Solid GAAP and financial reporting expertise</p><p>* Strong communication and executive presence</p><p>* CPA preferred</p>
<p>Robert Half is actively recruiting for a knowledgeable, accomplished Accounting Consultant / Controller with deep NetSuite experience to support our privately held equipment rental client.</p><p>The consultant will assist with financial data cleansing from the legacy ERP system to be transferred to the Netsuite financial reporting templates including balance sheet, income statement and cash flow reporting. The consultant will have hands-on experience with NetSuite accounting and reporting. The consultant will collaborate with the Netsuite implementer to ensure the chart of accounts and general ledger are standardized.</p><p>Skills:</p><p>-Strong knowledge of NetSuite Financials and Reporting. ( must have)</p><p>-NetSuite SME</p><p>-Understanding of ERP systems, accounting principles, and business processes.</p><p>-Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.</p><p>-Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.</p><p>-Background in process improvement or business analysis.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Controller to provide hands-on financial leadership for a manufacturing business in Pawtucket, Rhode Island. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who can step into a high-visibility environment, strengthen accounting operations, and support reliable reporting during a period of organizational change. The person in this role will help bring structure to the close process, improve readiness for audit activity, and consolidate financial information across business units.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead monthly financial close activities and ensure timely, accurate reporting of results.<br>• Oversee preparation of financial statements, account reconciliations, and management reporting packages.<br>• Partner with consulting support during the initial engagement period to assume core accounting and reporting responsibilities.<br>• Drive audit readiness by organizing supporting documentation, improving schedules, and addressing control gaps.<br>• Consolidate financial data across multiple business segments to produce a clear and accurate roll-up of performance.<br>• Provide plant-level financial oversight with a strong focus on operational performance and accounting accuracy.<br>• Strengthen accounting processes and reinforce foundational discipline within a lean team environment.<br>• Support cost accounting activities and help improve visibility into manufacturing-related costs and variances.
We are looking for a Controller to support a manufacturing organization in Concord, North Carolina with hands-on oversight of core accounting operations. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can bring structure to day-to-day financial processes, strengthen reporting accuracy, and help ensure accounting activity is recorded correctly across the business. The role will focus on practical accounting execution, including journal entry review, reconciliations, month-end activities, and inventory-related controls, while working closely with on-site leadership and administrative staff.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee daily accounting activities to promote accurate financial records and consistent processing across key accounts.<br>• Review and manage journal entries to ensure transactions are posted correctly and aligned with established accounting practices.<br>• Lead month-end close tasks, including account analysis and reconciliation of balance sheet and income statement items.<br>• Prepare and review financial statements so leadership has reliable visibility into business performance.<br>• Evaluate inventory accounting and internal controls, identifying opportunities to improve accuracy in tracking and valuation.<br>• Maintain the chart of accounts and support proper account usage to improve reporting clarity and transaction coding.<br>• Partner with the office support team handling payables and receivables to ensure smooth coordination of accounting workflows.<br>• Provide accounting guidance and cross-functional support to help reinforce sound processes and day-to-day financial discipline.
We are looking for an experienced Controller to provide hands-on financial leadership for a non-profit organization in Saint Paul, Minnesota. This Long-term Contract position will oversee critical accounting activities, guide a small team through key reporting cycles, and help ensure accurate, timely financial information for leadership. The role combines operational accounting oversight with financial analysis, year-end close coordination, and audit support in a hybrid work environment with on-site collaboration three days per week.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead monthly and year-end accounting activities, including preparation and review of journal entries related to payroll, benefits, and other closing adjustments.<br>• Provide day-to-day guidance to a three-person accounting team by answering questions, reviewing completed work, and helping maintain strong accounting practices.<br>• Direct the month-end close process and ensure financial records are accurate, complete, and delivered within established deadlines.<br>• Manage the fiscal year-end close for the organization’s June year-end and coordinate the supporting schedules and documentation required for final reporting.<br>• Partner with auditors during fieldwork by organizing requested materials, responding to inquiries, and helping keep the audit process on track.<br>• Prepare financial statements and evaluate results in detail, identifying trends, variances, and meaningful insights for internal stakeholders.<br>• Review endowment-related financial activity and reconciliations, then translate the results into clear analysis for leadership decision-making.<br>• Contribute financial perspective and support to organizational leadership as needed on strategic and operational matters.<br>• Assist with finance-related work connected to the organization’s campus sale and future lease planning, as applicable.
<p>We’re working with a local organization in the Liberty Lake area that has an <strong>immediate need for interim accounting support</strong> due to bandwidth constraints and time-sensitive priorities.</p><p><strong>Top preference is a Controller-level contractor</strong> but we are very open to a <strong>strong Senior Accountant or Cost Accountant</strong> who can step in quickly, own the work, and operate at a high level.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Own month-end close activities, including <strong>journal entries, reconciliations, and financial review</strong></li><li>Perform <strong>balance sheet reconciliations</strong> and clean up any discrepancies</li><li>Support <strong>cost accounting / inventory analysis</strong> (if applicable)</li><li>Assist with <strong>financial reporting and variance analysis</strong></li><li>Help improve and document <strong>processes and internal controls</strong></li><li>Provide general accounting support to alleviate workload across the team</li></ul><p><strong>What We’re Looking For:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Controller, Sr. Accountant, or Cost Accountant</strong> background</li><li>Strong <strong>GL and reconciliation</strong> experience</li><li>Experience in <strong>mid-to-large ERP systems</strong> (manufacturing or cost environments a plus)</li><li>Ability to <strong>jump in quickly, work independently, and drive results</strong></li><li>High attention to detail and a proactive approach</li></ul><p><br></p>