<p>Controller</p><p>We are seeking an experienced <strong>Controller</strong> to lead the accounting and financial operations for a growing manufacturing and distribution organization. This role serves as a strategic business partner to leadership, providing financial insights, ensuring strong internal controls, and supporting operational and long-term business objectives. The ideal candidate will possess strong accounting expertise, leadership capabilities, and a proactive approach to process improvement and financial management.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Provide financial analysis, reporting, and key performance insights to support executive decision-making.</li><li>Lead the budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes while monitoring results against established goals.</li><li>Develop, implement, and maintain effective internal controls, accounting policies, and financial procedures.</li><li>Oversee payroll accounting activities and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and accuracy.</li><li>Collaborate with leadership on strategic initiatives, operational planning, and business growth objectives.</li><li>Monitor company revenues, expenses, and departmental budgets to ensure financial accountability and control.</li><li>Establish and maintain recurring financial and operational reporting metrics, benchmarks, and performance indicators.</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP, regulatory requirements, and company financial policies.</li><li>Lead, mentor, and develop accounting staff while fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment.</li><li>Analyze inventory, operational costs, and spending trends, providing recommendations to improve profitability and efficiency.</li><li>Manage month-end and year-end close activities to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.</li><li>Support relationships with external auditors, banking partners, tax advisors, and other financial stakeholders.</li></ul><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>
<p>Robert Half Management Resources is currently looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to support a long-term interim engagement for a higher education client in the Dayton, Ohio area. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for a hands-on finance specialist who can guide daily accounting operations, support accurate and timely financial reporting, and partner closely with institutional stakeholders. The interim Asst. Controller will manage a small accounting team executing month-end close, posting and reviewing journal entries, and performing and reviewing account reconciliations. Prior experience in accounting within higher education is a plus. Role is primarily onsite, with 1 day hybrid flexibility. This role is expected to have a duration of 1-2 years in length.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead day-to-day accounting activities, including preparing journal entries, reviewing complex reconciliations, and addressing account variances with accuracy and urgency.</p><p>• Oversee the monthly close cycle to ensure deadlines are met, balances are supported, and financial records remain complete and reliable.</p><p>• Direct the preparation and consolidation of financial statements, including supporting schedules and footnote disclosures aligned with organizational standards.</p><p>• Coordinate annual audit readiness by organizing account analyses, responding to auditor requests, and helping maintain well-documented financial records.</p><p>• Supervise and mentor a team of staff accountants, providing clear direction, workload oversight, and ongoing coaching in a largely onsite setting.</p><p>• Work closely with finance personnel and campus administrators to investigate accounting questions, resolve issues, and improve communication across departments.</p><p>• Support the Assistant VP & Controller with operational accounting needs, executive reporting requests, and other finance initiatives as assigned.</p><p>• Contribute accounting expertise to broader departmental projects, including activities connected to the institution’s enterprise system transition when needed.</p>
<p>Assistant Controller</p><p>We are seeking an experienced <strong>Assistant Controller</strong> to support accounting operations and financial reporting for a growing industrial organization. This position plays a key role in overseeing core accounting functions, cost analysis, compliance, financial planning, and operational reporting. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical accounting expertise, manufacturing industry experience, and a continuous improvement mindset.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Assist in managing daily accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and related functions.</li><li>Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.</li><li>Prepare and review financial statements, account reconciliations, and financial analyses.</li><li>Maintain and enhance internal controls, accounting policies, and financial procedures.</li><li>Oversee cost accounting activities, including inventory valuation, product costing, and variance analysis.</li><li>Partner with operational leaders to analyze labor, materials, and manufacturing performance metrics.</li><li>Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial planning initiatives.</li><li>Coordinate external audit requests and assist with audit preparation and compliance activities.</li><li>Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, tax regulations, and reporting requirements.</li><li>Mentor and support accounting staff while identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and streamline processes.</li></ul><p><br></p>