<p>We’re working with a respected organization to find a strong finance professional ready to take the next step into executive leadership. This role will have broad exposure to strategic decision-making while managing core financial operations. </p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration, please contact Carmen Warga in our Albany, NY office. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Do:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee accounting processes and financial reporting</li><li>Drive budgeting, forecasting, and cost analysis</li><li>Partner with senior leadership on planning and performance initiatives</li><li>Enhance systems and controls for efficiency and compliance</li></ul>
<p>Robert Half is partnering with a growing organization to identify a Controller to lead accounting operations and financial reporting. This role will oversee core accounting functions, strengthen internal controls, and provide financial insight to support business performance and strategic planning.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities include:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, AP/AR, payroll, and cash management</li><li>Lead month-end and year-end close processes and prepare accurate financial statements</li><li>Develop and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls</li><li>Manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis activities</li><li>Analyze costs, margins, and operational performance to support decision-making</li><li>Oversee inventory accounting, valuation, and reconciliation processes</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP, tax, and regulatory requirements</li><li>Coordinate audits and serve as liaison with external advisors</li><li>Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting staff</li><li>Support enhancements to ERP systems and financial reporting tools</li></ul><p><strong>Salary Range:</strong> $90,000 - $120,000</p>
<p>Our client, a well-established and growing manufacturing company in the Schenectady area, is seeking an experienced Controller to lead and oversee all accounting and financial operations. This is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring the accuracy of financial reporting, strengthening internal controls, and supporting strategic decision-making.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration, please contact Carmen Warga in our Albany, NY office. </p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Oversee all day-to-day accounting operations including general ledger, AP/AR, payroll, and month-end close</li><li>Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements</li><li>Develop and maintain strong internal controls and accounting policies</li><li>Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis processes</li><li>Partner with executive leadership to provide financial insights and support strategic initiatives</li><li>Manage cost accounting processes including inventory, standard costing, and variance analysis</li><li>Coordinate year-end audit and work with external auditors and tax advisors</li><li>Mentor and develop accounting staff</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Mid to large company in the Hudson, NY area is seeking a Controller. This will report to the CFO and be responsible for: monthly financial statements; working with external auditors as well as government agencies; budgeting and forecasting; oversight of a staff of 6+; oversight of the GL; and a variety of other duties typical of a Controller. </p>
<p><strong>Buyer</strong> (Temp-to-Hire)</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Albany, NY</p><p><strong>Schedule:</strong> Full-time, onsite</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Summary</strong></p><p>Under the direction of the Purchasing Manager, the Buyer is responsible for procuring goods, services, and equipment to support the operational needs of multiple departments. This role manages the end-to-end purchasing process, including purchase order creation, order confirmation, and resolution of receiving and invoice discrepancies.</p><p><br></p><p>The Buyer serves as a key liaison between internal departments and suppliers, providing responsive customer service while ensuring purchases align with approved inventories, contracts, and organizational policies. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented procurement professional seeking a temp-to-hire opportunity within a complex healthcare environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Create and issue accurate purchase orders in a timely manner using the ERP system, including handling urgent and priority requests.</li><li>Ensure all purchases comply with policies, approvals, contracts, preferred vendors, and inventory standards to support cost-effective procurement.</li><li>Obtain and document order confirmations and expected delivery dates; monitor open orders and follow up as needed.</li><li>Communicate promptly with stakeholders regarding contract changes, pricing updates, lapses, renewals, or product discontinuations.</li><li>Track and verify deliveries, coordinating with Receiving to ensure accurate system receipts.</li><li>Identify and assist in resolving purchasing issues such as backorders, allocations, shortages, and discontinued items.</li><li>Collaborate with departments to identify acceptable substitutes or alternative sourcing options, escalating to Sourcing & Contracting or Value Analysis teams when required.</li><li>Build and maintain effective working relationships with departmental contacts to understand operational needs.</li><li>Establish and maintain supplier relationships to stay informed on product availability, shipping delays, and supply constraints.</li><li>Respond to inquiries and requests for assistance in a timely, professional manner and support departments with supply chain processes, including new item and new vendor requests.</li><li>Review and resolve receiving and invoice discrepancies, including quantity variances, pricing issues, shipping charges, and credits or returns.</li></ul>