<p>Controller opportunity opening up in January!! In your role, you will bring a combination of hands-on operational / transactional accounting, coupled with financial analytical experience. This high-visibility role will have you reporting directly to ownership / leadership as you oversee financial operations and ensure accuracy in reporting for this nimble company. The ideal candidate will have extensive expertise in inventory management, financial analysis, and compliance with accounting principles. This role requires a proactive leader who can effectively manage financial processes and contribute to the overall success of the company.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee and manage the organization’s financial operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.</p><p>• Lead the preparation and analysis of financial statements to provide actionable insights to leadership.</p><p>• Develop and implement robust inventory control processes, ensuring proper valuation and reconciliation.</p><p>• Coordinate and manage annual inventory processes, ensuring accurate reporting and efficient execution.</p><p>• Supervise procurement activities to maintain cost efficiency and alignment with organizational goals.</p><p>• Monitor and improve inventory accounting practices to optimize financial performance.</p><p>• Manage the annual financial close process, ensuring timely and accurate completion.</p><p>• Conduct detailed financial analyses to support strategic decision-making.</p><p>• Establish and maintain strong internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support operational efficiency and financial transparency.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to join our team on a contract basis in Bridgeport, Connecticut. This role is ideal for someone with a strong attention to detail and a solid background in financial management and accounting operations. The successful candidate will be the sole contributor overseeing essential accounting functions to ensure accuracy and efficiency.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage the month-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.</p><p>• Oversee the general ledger and maintain proper documentation for all financial transactions.</p><p>• Prepare and review financial statements in compliance with regulatory standards.</p><p>• Assist with internal and external audits, ensuring adherence to all financial regulations.</p><p>• Reconcile accounts and resolve discrepancies to maintain accurate financial records.</p><p>• Weekly accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, ensuring smooth operations.</p><p>• Utilize QuickBooks and Paycor to manage accounting tasks and streamline workflows.</p><p>• Prepare and post journal entries while maintaining detailed records.</p><p>• Conduct tuition and accounts receivable tracking and reporting.</p><p>• Perform bank reconciliations to ensure proper balancing of financial accounts.</p>
We are looking for an entry-level Financial Analyst to join our team in New York, New York. This position offers a long-term contract opportunity within the non-profit sector, where you will play a key role in managing financial processes and ensuring the accuracy of budgetary data. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in accounting principles and a keen eye for detail.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare funder billing reports by generating General Ledger reports for multiple grant codes using Sage Intacct.<br>• Access and gather supporting documentation from the Accounts Payable module and Airbase to compile accurate expense records.<br>• Use Adobe tools to create and combine files for funder billing packages, ensuring all documentation is complete and accurate.<br>• Review billing packages for accuracy before uploading them to the organization’s portal.<br>• Create Accounts Receivable invoices associated with funder bills.<br>• Maintain and update Budget vs. Actual templates with billing and General Ledger data.<br>• Input the latest budget updates into Sage Intacct to ensure accurate record-keeping.<br>• Prepare monthly variance reports to provide insights into budget performance.<br>• Participate in monthly variance meetings to address discrepancies and resolve financial issues.<br>• Collaborate with team members to enhance financial processes and reporting accuracy.
We are looking for a skilled Auditor to join our team on a contract basis. This position offers an opportunity to work remotely while contributing to broker/dealer audits focused on commission-based and consulting revenue. If you have a strong accounting or finance background and are eager to grow in your career, this role could be an excellent fit.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Perform testing of Balance Sheet and Income Statement accounts to ensure accuracy and compliance.<br>• Prepare clear and concise documentation of testing results.<br>• Update and maintain testing files to align with the current audit year.<br>• Lead the planning phase by compiling essential documentation and materials.<br>• Collaborate with team members to execute operational and financial audits.<br>• Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements.<br>• Identify and report audit findings, providing actionable recommendations.<br>• Contribute to the development and refinement of audit plans.<br>• Work within a flexible and fully remote environment to meet audit objectives.
<p>110,000 - 115,000</p><p><br></p><p>Benefits include:</p><ul><li>health insurance</li><li>paid time off</li><li>hybrid/remote</li></ul><p><br></p><p>We are looking for a motivated Outsourced Accounting Manager to join our dynamic CPA firm in East Brunswick, New Jersey. This role is ideal for professionals with a strong accounting background who excel at managing multiple client accounts and providing strategic financial insights. The position offers flexibility with hybrid or fully remote work arrangements.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee and approve payroll processing to ensure accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Provide expert advice on general accounting and financial matters to clients.</p><p>• Manage employee expense reimbursement processes, ensuring timely and accurate handling.</p><p>• Build and maintain strong client relationships through regular communication and support.</p><p>• Conduct client meetings to present monthly financial reports and address any inquiries.</p><p>• Perform month-end close duties, including reviewing financial statements and reports.</p><p>• Reconcile accounts to ensure accurate financial records.</p><p>• Prepare and review journal entries to maintain the integrity of the general ledger.</p>
<p>Expanding NYC real estate firm is currently seeking a Bookkeeper to manage financial transactions and ensure accurate record-keeping. This role involves handling accounts payable and receivable, reconciling bank statements, and preparing month-end financial reports. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in bookkeeping and accounting, with proficiency in software tools such as QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Maintain accurate financial records by managing accounts payable and receivable processes.</p><p>• Perform regular bank reconciliations to ensure consistency and accuracy in financial statements.</p><p>• Prepare monthly financial reports, including expense tracking and variance analysis.</p><p>• Oversee payroll processing and ensure timely and accurate payment to employees.</p><p>• Manage data entry tasks to keep financial records current and organized.</p><p>• Handle month-end close procedures and ensure all transactions are properly accounted for.</p><p>• Utilize QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel for financial analysis and reporting.</p><p>• Assist with financial audits and provide necessary documentation to auditors.</p><p>• Monitor compliance with financial regulations and standards.</p><p>• Support property management teams with bookkeeping tasks related to commercial and residential properties.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Accounting Assistant to join our team. This role involves managing essential financial operations such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, and collections. The ideal candidate will excel in maintaining accurate records and ensuring smooth financial transactions. The company offers an excellent benefits package including an excellent medical insurance plan, 401k with a match, and PTO plan. </p><p><br></p><p>Salary Range: 55,000 - 65,000</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process and manage accounts payable tasks, including vendor payments and expense tracking.</p><p>• Handle accounts receivable functions, ensuring timely invoicing and payment collections.</p><p>• Maintain and update financial records with precision and attention to detail.</p><p>• Perform data entry for invoices, receipts, and other financial documents.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure accurate billing and reporting.</p><p>• Utilize accounting software, with a preference for Sage, to streamline financial processes.</p><p>• Assist in preparing financial reports and summaries for management review.</p><p>• Address discrepancies and resolve issues related to accounts and billing.</p><p>• Support auditing and compliance activities as needed.</p><p>• Contribute to the overall efficiency of the accounting department through proactive support.</p>
<p>Fast growing Residential and Mixed-Use Retail Property Developer in Union County, NJ, is seeking a Controller to add to their firm. The company has some major Residential Real Estate / Multi-Family property type projects completed, planned and also underway at this time. Looking for an experienced and hardworking Controller to handle all aspects of Accounting and Finance and Operations for this growing residential real estate firm. Will handle the monthly close, financial statements, working with the lenders and outside auditors, insurance, operations and supervise the accounting team. The successful candidate will have <strong>7+ years of prior real estate property accounting and construction development experience.</strong> Accounting, Finance or Business degree required, and prior real estate accounting industry experience preferably in Residential / Multi-Family properties is also required. Experience with SAGE Intaact, ProCore and / or AppFolio software is a plus. Must have supervisory and good leadership skills as well. Salary range $170-225K range plus bonus depending on experience plus good benefits. This position is an instrumental part of this fast-growing and close-knit company. Potential growth here as well as the company expands and adds additional staff in the future. Position will work very closely with the ownership of the firm as well. </p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Full Charge Bookkeeper to join our client's team in New York, New York. This role is vital to maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring smooth accounting operations. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and possesses a strong understanding of bookkeeping principles.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes accurately and efficiently.</p><p>• Prepare and process invoices, purchase orders, and billing statements.</p><p>• Conduct month-end closing activities, including accruals and reconciliations.</p><p>• Maintain accurate records of inventory and monitor related financial transactions.</p><p>• Calculate and record sales commissions and ensure compliance with sales tax regulations.</p><p>• Oversee payroll processing and address discrepancies as needed.</p><p>• Assist in preparing financial reports and documentation for month-end reviews.</p><p>• Perform regular bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy in financial accounts.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members to support ongoing accounting operations and improvements.</p>
<p>We are seeking an organized and detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join our team in New Rochelle, New York. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, managing transactions, and ensuring the smooth operation of various accounting functions. An ideal candidate is passionate about bookkeeping practices and eager to support financial operations while contributing to the team’s overall success</p>
<p>Mid-size and growing manufacturing company with a major plant / office site located in Western Morris County is seeking an Accounting Manager. This position will report to the controller, and oversee all accounting operations, month end close and assist with financial reporting to the Private Equity owners. This is a HANDS-ON position but will also have leadership / supervisory responsibilities and oversee a team of 3-4 accounting professionals. MUST have some supervisory experience. Prefer candidates to have Manufacturing industry experience including some knowledge of cost and inventory but not required. Experience with reporting to Private Equity ownership is a major Plus as well. The company uses ORACLE, which is a plus, but any major ERP system experience will be acceptable. CPA / MBA preferred but not required here. Looking for 6+ years of strong hands-on accounting experience with at least 2 years at a Management level, working in mid-size companies. The company offers a competitive compensation package in the $115-135K range plus bonus, depending on experience and including good benefits. Hybrid work schedule with 3 days in office / 2 days remote. Very nice office location and environment in Northwestern NJ as well. Great for candidates living in western NJ! </p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Tax Accountant to join our team in Stamford, Connecticut. In this long-term contract position, you will play a key role in managing individual tax returns and ensuring compliance with tax regulations. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals who excel at handling complex tax matters and delivering accurate results.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and review individual tax returns with precision and attention to detail.<br>• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal tax regulations.<br>• Analyze financial information to determine tax liabilities and deductions.<br>• Collaborate with clients to gather necessary documentation for tax filings.<br>• Stay updated on changes in tax laws and apply them effectively to client cases.<br>• Resolve tax-related issues and discrepancies in a timely and efficient manner.<br>• Provide expert advice and guidance on tax planning strategies.<br>• Maintain accurate records and documentation for auditing purposes.<br>• Assist in the preparation of reports for internal and external stakeholders.<br>• Work closely with team members to improve processes and enhance efficiency.
<p>Join a team driving the future of digital audio!</p><p><br></p><p>Our client—an industry leader connecting audiences through wide ranging media platforms is looking for a Financial Analyst to join their high-impact team. This role offers a powerful blend of visibility, autonomy, and cross-functional collaboration. You’ll work closely with senior leadership, contribute directly to big-picture decisions, and help shape the financial future of a growing division.</p><p><br></p><p>In this role, you will:</p><ul><li>Partner with the Finance Manager and FP& A team on planning, analysis, and reporting</li><li>Prepare weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports for executive leadership</li><li>Support annual planning, forecasting, budgeting, and pipeline analysis</li><li>Monitor and analyze spending, including budget vs. forecast variance analysis</li><li>Collaborate with accounting and business partners to deliver accurate reporting</li><li>Maintain and update free cash flow and cash forecasting models</li><li>Support capital expenditure budgeting and project-level spend tracking</li><li>Respond to ad-hoc requests, audits, and compliance needs</li><li>Drive process improvements to enhance speed, accuracy, and efficiency</li></ul><p>If you're analytical, solutions-driven, and excited to make an impact in a creative, digital-first environment, we want to hear from you. To apply, please send your resume to Kristin.Kelleher@roberthalf.</p>
We are looking for a skilled Accounts Receivable Supervisor/Manager to join our team in Jericho, New York. This hybrid position is ideal for a detail-oriented individual with extensive experience in accounts receivable and cash applications, coupled with proven leadership abilities. The role offers an exciting opportunity to oversee and optimize AR processes in the dynamic real estate and property sector.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee and manage the accounts receivable team to ensure accurate and timely processing of transactions.<br>• Monitor cash application activities, ensuring all payments are correctly applied and reconciled.<br>• Analyze aging reports to identify outstanding accounts and implement strategies for effective collections.<br>• Develop and maintain billing procedures to streamline operations and improve efficiency.<br>• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to address and resolve discrepancies in accounts.<br>• Prepare detailed reports and provide insights on receivables performance to leadership.<br>• Utilize MRI software to manage AR processes and ensure compliance with company standards.<br>• Lead the implementation of best practices to optimize accounts receivable workflows.<br>• Train and mentor team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Financial Admin to join our team in Monmouth County, New Jersey. In this long-term contract role, you will collaborate closely with a small, dedicated team to support financial operations and member services. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the management of loan and accounts receivable portfolios while assisting with onboarding potential locations.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Assist in the accurate preparation and implementation of financial reports and documentation.</p><p>• Support the onboarding process for new store locations by coordinating required documentation and follow-ups.</p><p>• Provide direct service and communication to member stores to address inquiries and ensure smooth operations.</p><p>• Conduct security and collateral audits to maintain compliance and mitigate risk.</p><p>• Collaborate with the Business Development Team to ensure the timely completion of onboarding processes.</p><p>• Prepare and manage checklists for acquiring necessary documentation during onboarding.</p><p>• Monitor and assist in the collection of delinquent accounts, ensuring timely resolution.</p><p>• Perform risk assessments to identify and address potential financial issues.</p><p>• Analyze data related to the company's loan portfolio and accounts receivable portfolio.</p><p>• Contribute to financial reporting and provide insights to support decision-making.</p>
<p>Robert Half is partnering with its client in Monmouth County for an entry-level accountant opening. This role will have a heavy focus on AP and vendor functions. Great opportunity for a first role out of school. Please apply if interested!</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Ensure compliance with company financial policies and procedures when processing payments.</p><p>• Review and input invoices received through various channels.</p><p>• Serve as point of contact for vendor related inquiries on invoices, credits, and any issues.</p><p>• Provide support during financial close processes, including expense accruals and open invoice management.</p>
<p>International medical services provider seeks a sales facing Senior Financial Analyst to join their team. </p><p>Candidates for this role should have experience supporting the sales team with financial advice based on sound analysis and modeling supporting decision making, knowledge of pricing and strategy, deal structuring and positioning, ideally</p><p>experience within the medical plan space, strong Excel skills, ability to present ideas and back them with sound financial support, 3+ years of experience, degree in business related discipline. Definite opportunity for growth and</p><p>promotion. </p>
<p>70,000 75,000</p><p><br></p><p>A regional real estate development and management company in North Brunswick seeks a Staff Accountant with a strong background in property accounting . The successful candidate will be involved in all aspects of property accounting in a commercial real estate company. A degree in accounting or progress towards is preferred.</p><p><br></p><p>Benefits</p><ul><li>health insurance</li><li>401k with match</li><li>Profit Sharing Plan</li></ul><p>Experience working in a high volume and transaction company is required along with proficient Yardi and Excel skills. This is a new position created due to rapid expansion within the company. The company offers an excellent working environment, compensation, and benefits. To apply E-Mail a resume in a Word format to Robert Half. Or call Rich Singer, CPA at 848-202-7970 to discuss this excellent opportunity.75000</p>
We are looking for an organized and detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to join our team in Babylon, New York. The ideal candidate will play a key role in managing financial transactions, ensuring accuracy in records, and supporting overall accounting operations. This position offers an opportunity to grow your skills in a dynamic and collaborative environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions with precision and efficiency.<br>• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records in QuickBooks and other accounting systems.<br>• Perform data entry tasks to ensure all financial information is properly documented.<br>• Handle invoice processing, including verifying, coding, and reconciling invoices.<br>• Assist in preparing financial reports and summaries for management review.<br>• Communicate with vendors and clients to resolve payment discrepancies and inquiries.<br>• Support month-end and year-end closing procedures.<br>• Ensure compliance with company policies and standard accounting practices.<br>• Collaborate with team members to improve workflows and streamline processes.
<p><strong>Accountant (Corp HQ, C Suite exposure)</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Our client a global fortune 1000 firm (next to train station) is adding to their finance team. This is a core corp accounting role and works closely with the senior accountants focusing on financial reporting: month-end close, journal entries, accountant recs, as well as management analytics, and audit support. The firm is known for a top notch professional environment, and a nice work / life balance.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Perform account reconciliation tasks, including balance sheet and bank reconciliations, ensuring accuracy in financial records</p><p>• Contribute to the consolidation of financial reports, ensuring compliance with financial regulations and standards</p><p>• Provide assistance in audit processes, offering necessary support to ensure smooth execution</p><p>• Leverage skills in Microsoft Excel, NetSuite, Oracle, and SAP for performing various accounting tasks</p><p>• Actively participate in management reporting analytics, providing insights for decision-making</p><p>• Maintain and update the general ledger, ensuring all entries are accurate and up-to-date.</p>
<p>Our client is looking for a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to oversee and streamline financial operations for a family-owned organization based in the Morristown, New Jersey area. This role involves establishing a family office to manage diverse assets, including investments, manufacturing sites, and real estate properties. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in strategic financial leadership and investment management, while fostering collaboration with operational teams across various business units.</p><p><br></p><p>Salary is 225,000 - 250,000. </p><p><br></p><p>Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k, and PTO. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop and implement a family office structure to manage a portfolio of assets worth approximately $300 million.</p><p>• Oversee financial reporting and ensure accurate data flow from controllers and senior controllers across the organization.</p><p>• Provide strategic direction for investment strategies and asset management to maximize returns.</p><p>• Collaborate with operational leaders to align financial goals with business objectives across manufacturing, distribution, and retail.</p><p>• Drive financial planning processes, including budgeting, cash flow analysis, and forecasting.</p><p>• Monitor and evaluate capital expenditures, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities.</p><p>• Facilitate periodic travel to operational sites, including manufacturing plants, to maintain effective oversight.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements across all business entities.</p><p>• Identify opportunities for process improvement and lead software implementation projects.</p><p>• Represent the organization in high-level financial discussions and negotiations with stakeholders.</p>
<p>We are seeking a hands-on, Small Company Controller with a small company mindset to manage all accounting and office activities. This is a critical role reporting directly to the CEO and functionally to the Group CFO. You will be the primary person responsible for financial integrity, compliance, and operational support.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee AP, AR, Payroll (via Paychex) and ensure timely processing.</li><li>Perform monthly closes and prepare comprehensive financial reporting packages for the CEO, including variance analysis.</li><li>Maintain accurate financial statements in compliance with US GAAP and tax regulations.</li><li>Coordinate with external auditors and manage tax filings.</li><li>Develop annual budgets and multi-year forecasts (P& L and cash flow).</li><li>Manage banking relationships, cash flow forecasting, and ensure timely collections and payments.</li><li>Assist with HR-related tasks including onboarding, benefits administration, and payroll liaison.</li><li>Implement and maintain internal controls and insurance renewals.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Assistant Property Controller - (150k-175k+ B) - Hybrid - Top 10!!!</strong></p><p>For immediate consideration send resumes to Jennifer.Beilin@Roberthalf com</p><p><br></p><p><strong>About the Role</strong>: Join a well-established organization with a national presence in residential property management. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a large-scale accounting operation and work with a highly skilled team.</p><p><strong>Position Overview: </strong>Reporting to the Controller, this role focuses on managing financial operations and cash workflows across corporate entities and a large portfolio of properties. Responsibilities include ensuring accurate accounting processes, producing timely reports, supervising team members, and supporting comprehensive budget preparation efforts.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Generate accurate and timely financial statements while coordinating audit schedules for multiple entities.</li><li>Assist in preparing debt service budgets, monthly cash flow projections, and cash position analyses across a large portfolio of properties</li><li>Manage intercompany payables, ACH disbursements, and self-held escrow accounts.</li><li>Open and manage new bank accounts as needed and prepare weekly cash reports for Treasury and senior management.</li><li>Oversee and reconcile all accounting transactions for corporate entities.</li><li>Provide auditors with aggregate schedules.</li><li>Record bi-weekly payroll and manage corporate credit card transactions.</li><li>Review distribution calculations and ensure accuracy for Controller and CFO approvals.</li><li>Manage staff within the property accounting department</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field.</li><li>Minimum of 8 recent years of experience in an accounting department, ideally within property management or a similar industry.</li><li>CPA designation highly preferred.</li><li>Prior experience in public accounting is a plus.</li><li>Strong proficiency with Yardi software is highly desirable.</li></ul>
<p>The salary for this position is 140,000 - 150,000.</p><p><br></p><p>The benefits include 401k, paid time off, and health insurance.</p><p><br></p><p>A local CPA in Monmouth county is seeking a Tax Accountant to join their team. The Tax Accountant will be responsible for closing the book, year-end closing or quarterly closing, preparing journal entries, bank reconciliations reviewing and reconciling the Trial Balance accounts, preparing payroll and sales tax returns. In addition will be responsible for preparing Corporate, S-Corp, Partnership and Individual Income Tax Returns. Ideal candidate will have 10+ years’ experience and have their CPA. Knowledge of QuickBooks and Lacerte is a plus. The company is looking to start asap and offers an excellent benefits and compensation package. To apply please email a resume in a Word format or call Stephanie Calandrino at 732-345-8610. </p>
<p>We are seeking a Senior Cost Accountant who is a proactive, organized professional for a growing manufacturing firm located in Bergen County, NJ. In this role, the Senior Cost Accountant will oversee inventory and cost accounting processes, ensuring accurate inventory valuation and standard costing while supporting cycle counts and scrap analysis. You will play a pivotal role in month-end and year-end close activities, including preparing journal entries and financial reports, while collaborating with internal teams to maintain data accuracy across inventory, receivables, and payables.</p><p>Key responsibilities include developing and updating cost standards, conducting variance analysis, and contributing to budgeting efforts—all aimed at enhancing financial planning and driving operational efficiency.</p><p><br></p><p>What We're Looking For</p><p>The ideal Senior Cost Accountant must be a hands-on problem solver with strong organizational skills and a continuous improvement mindset. Flexibility and solid communication abilities are essential, as this role requires effective collaboration across manufacturing, engineering, and finance teams to enable accurate reporting and informed decision-making.</p><p>If you're ready to make an impact and thrive in a dynamic environment, join us as a critical member of our team.</p><p><br></p>