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2 results for Controller in Johnston, IA

Controller
  • West Des Moines, Iowa
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 115000 - 135000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Corporate Controller | Lead the Engine Behind Rapid Growth</strong></p><p><strong>Rare opportunity. High visibility. Real impact.</strong></p><p>What happens when a successful company refuses to stand still?</p><p>You get a business scaling aggressively through acquisitions, evolving its infrastructure, and creating a best-in-class finance organization built to support the next stage of growth.</p><p>We&#39;re partnering with a highly entrepreneurial, Des Moines-based organization seeking a <strong>Corporate Controller</strong> to help lead that transformation.</p><p>This is not a traditional Controller role focused solely on closing the books. This is a leadership position at the center of a growing finance organization where you&#39;ll drive process excellence, lead integration efforts, influence executive decision-making, and build a scalable accounting function designed for continued expansion.</p><p>Why This Role Stands Out</p><ul><li>Lead a team of multiple Assistant Controllers and accounting professionals</li><li>Play a critical role in acquisition integration and post-close execution</li><li>Partner directly with executive leadership on growth initiatives</li><li>Build and enhance processes that support a rapidly expanding organization</li><li>Drive change management across a complex, multi-entity environment</li><li>Join a true Center of Excellence focused on continuous improvement</li><li>Influence the future structure of the accounting and finance function</li></ul><p>What You&#39;ll Own</p><ul><li>Corporate accounting operations, reporting, and month-end close</li><li>Oversight and development of Assistant Controllers and accounting teams</li><li>Acquisition integrations, including process alignment and financial consolidation</li><li>Process improvement initiatives that increase efficiency, scalability, and controls</li><li>Financial analysis and leadership reporting</li><li>Internal controls, policies, and accounting governance</li><li>Cross-functional collaboration with finance, operations, technology, and executive leadership</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p>If you&#39;ve ever wanted to help build something instead of simply maintain it, this is your chance.</p><p>You&#39;ll join a company with a proven track record, significant acquisition activity, and leadership that views accounting as a strategic business partner, not a back-office function.</p><p>Opportunities of this size, scope, and visibility are exceptionally rare in the Des Moines market.</p><p><strong>Ready to help shape the finance organization of a company that&#39;s redefining what&#39;s next? Let&#39;s talk.</strong></p>
  • 2026-09-15T00:00:00Z
Assistant Controller
  • Winterset, Iowa
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 120000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half is assisting an industry leader in hiring an Assistant Controller to support financial operations and help maintain accurate, timely reporting for the organization in Southwest Iowa. This role partners closely with accounting leadership to strengthen close processes, uphold ledger integrity, and contribute to audit readiness. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, a detail-oriented approach, and the ability to manage priorities in a deadline-driven environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead key activities tied to the monthly close cycle, ensuring deadlines are met and financial data is complete and accurate.</p><p>• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, researching discrepancies and resolving issues in a timely manner.</p><p>• Prepare internal and external financial reports that provide clear insight into business performance and compliance requirements.</p><p>• Support annual and interim audit activities by organizing schedules, responding to inquiries, and coordinating required documentation.</p><p>• Assist with the development and review of financial statements to ensure accuracy and adherence to applicable standards.</p><p>• Partner with accounting and operational teams to improve reporting workflows, strengthen controls, and enhance process consistency.</p>
  • 2026-09-21T00:00:00Z