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><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><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 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.
<p><strong>Lead Financial Strategy. Drive Operational Excellence. Shape the Future.</strong></p><p>Are you a strategic finance leader who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? Our client is seeking an experienced <strong>accounting & finance leader</strong> to take ownership of the financial operations, guide long-term planning, and help drive sustainable growth in a start-up environment. </p><p>In this high-impact leadership role, you’ll oversee financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, audit coordination, and compliance while serving as a trusted advisor to executive leadership. If you’re passionate about transforming financial insights into smart business decisions, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and manage all functions of the finance department, including accounting, reporting, and audit activities</li><li>Develop and execute financial strategies that align with company goals and support long-term growth</li><li>Prepare, analyze, and present financial statements and key reports to senior leadership and the board</li><li>Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to monitor performance and identify opportunities</li><li>Ensure compliance with financial regulations, standards, and internal controls</li><li>Partner with external auditors and support audit readiness and execution</li><li>Drive process improvements that enhance financial accuracy, efficiency, and scalability</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally to support business operations, planning, and corporate finance initiatives</li><li>Mentor and develop finance team members, fostering a culture of accountability and high performance</li><li>Perform other duties as assigned</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced financial leader to help guide the organization’s fiscal strategy and support long-term operational strength in Toledo, Ohio. This role partners closely with senior leadership to oversee core finance activities, strengthen compliance, and provide insight that informs business decisions. The ideal candidate brings a hands-on approach to budgeting, reporting, revenue oversight, and internal controls while fostering accountability and continuous improvement across the finance function.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Provide strategic direction for financial operations, ensuring strong stewardship of organizational resources and alignment with broader business objectives.<br>• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and month-end financial review processes to deliver accurate reporting and support informed planning.<br>• Oversee accounting, cash management, accounts payable, billing, collections, and financial counseling activities through effective team leadership.<br>• Monitor revenue performance and receivables, including bad debt forecasting and reserve analysis, to improve cash flow and financial visibility.<br>• Prepare financial reports and key analyses for executive leadership and board-level finance discussions.<br>• Coordinate audit activities and maintain compliance with regulatory, accounting, and internal control standards.<br>• Establish measurable performance goals for finance-related departments and drive initiatives that improve service quality and operational efficiency.<br>• Partner with organizational leaders on strategic planning, growth initiatives, and financial decision-making across the business.<br>• Coach and develop finance team members while promoting an ethical, collaborative, and high-performance work environment.
We are looking for an Accounting Manager to join our team and oversee a broad range of core accounting activities in a fast-paced business setting. This role is ideal for a hands-on, detail-oriented individual who can balance day-to-day transaction oversight with more complex financial reporting, compliance, and analysis. The Accounting Manager will play a key role in maintaining accurate records, supporting audits and regulatory filings, and strengthening accounting processes across the organization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee daily accounting operations, including workflow coordination, shared finance communications, and the timely completion of routine accounting activities.<br>• Administer the vendor invoice cycle by reviewing submissions, addressing discrepancies, responding to supplier questions, and helping ensure payments are processed according to schedule.<br>• Maintain the accuracy of financial data in NetSuite and related systems, with responsibility for reconciliations and the integrity of supporting records.<br>• Manage accounting for fixed assets and prepaid expenses by tracking additions and disposals, preparing depreciation and amortization entries, and reconciling balances to the general ledger.<br>• Support payroll-related accounting through data review, import preparation, journal entries, and the allocation of employee benefit and insurance costs.<br>• Evaluate customer credit documentation, assist with approval workflows, and monitor company credit card usage, spending controls, and purchasing limits.<br>• Prepare and submit required tax and regulatory filings, maintain licenses and registrations, and coordinate recurring reporting obligations for governmental and industry agencies.<br>• Compile schedules and documentation for external auditors, financial reviewers, insurance audits, and year-end compliance requirements.<br>• Identify opportunities to improve accounting procedures, strengthen internal controls, and enhance reporting capabilities through process and system improvements.