<p>Are you a highly motivated, team-oriented professional with a passion for leadership and accounting in a dynamic and fast-paced environment? Robert Half is proud to partner with a growing private equity client in their search for a <strong>Controller</strong>. This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-performing organization and make a direct impact on the success of their business.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration call Bill Johannes at 414-662-3416 or connect on Linked-In . All conversations will be confidential. If you or someone you know would qualify for any of the positions listed below feel free to have them call me as well. Thanks for any consideration and I look forward to helping you. God Bless.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>As the <strong>Controller</strong>, you will:</p><ul><li>Lead, develop, coach, and maintain the accountability of the accounting team.</li><li>Oversee the Credit and Collections team (CFS) and Accounts Receivable processes.</li><li>Ensure the safe custody of assets, financial records, and corporate documents.</li><li>Manage and improve accounting policies, procedures, and controls.</li><li>Handle treasury management and oversee cash flow.</li><li>Supervise payroll operations and ensure accuracy and compliance.</li><li>Administer the employee 401(k) benefit plan and exercise full ownership.</li><li>Oversee and maximize the utilization of the Sage Intacct G/L System, ensuring it provides critical insights for the business.</li><li>Manage business insurance policies and maintain compliance.</li><li>Take full responsibility for the monthly close process, providing accurate and timely financial reporting.</li><li>Act as a point of contact for the annual audit, working with external auditors to ensure successful completion.</li><li>Oversee income tax functions and coordinate with external accounting firms for tax preparation and filing.</li><li>Collaborate with the Director of FP&A on monthly forecasting, annual financial planning, and financial reporting.</li><li>Work with functional department heads to monitor and manage monthly expenditures and budgets.</li><li>Provide leadership with key financial insights to support informed, strategic business decisions.</li><li>Drive process improvements and kaizen initiatives in the accounting team.</li><li>Perform other ad hoc duties as needed.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead the company’s accounting function and deliver reliable, timely financial information that supports sound business decisions. This role will oversee core financial operations, strengthen reporting processes, and partner closely with leadership on planning, analysis, and compliance matters. Based in Ozaukee County, Wisconsin, this position plays a central role in maintaining strong controls, improving accounting procedures, and guiding the organization’s overall financial discipline.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration call Bill Johannes at 414-662-3416 or connect on Linked-In . All conversations will be confidential. If you or someone you know would qualify for any of the positions listed below feel free to have them call me as well. Thanks for any consideration and I look forward to helping you. God Bless.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycle by directing reviews of journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statements to ensure dependable results.</p><p>• Manage day-to-day accounting activities across the general ledger, payables, receivables, billing, collections, payroll coordination, and fixed asset records.</p><p>• Produce management reporting packages that explain financial results, highlight trends, and compare actual performance against budget and forecast expectations.</p><p>• Establish, monitor, and refine accounting policies and internal control practices to promote consistency, compliance, and accuracy across financial transactions.</p><p>• Oversee critical balance sheet areas such as cash, accruals, prepaid items, and fixed assets, ensuring complete support and timely reconciliation.</p><p>• Partner with department leaders to drive annual budgeting and recurring forecasting efforts, helping translate operational assumptions into actionable financial plans.</p><p>• Serve as the primary contact for external auditors by preparing schedules, responding to information requests, and supporting efficient audit completion.</p><p>• Monitor tax, statutory, and regulatory obligations, including applicable sales and use tax reporting, property tax support, and related compliance activities.</p><p>• Deliver financial analysis and ad hoc modeling that informs strategic decisions, identifies risks, and uncovers opportunities for improved performance.</p><p>• Guide and develop the accounting team through coaching, prioritization, and collaboration with internal stakeholders while supporting continuous process improvement, including stewardship of the accounting systems environment such as SyteLine ERP and related tools.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee financial operations related to accounts receivable and accounts payable in Waukesha, Wisconsin. This role involves managing daily transactions, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, and maintaining accuracy across all financial processes. The ideal candidate will work closely with the Controller to uphold strong internal controls and drive efficient workflows.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration call Bill Johannes at 414-662-3416 or connect on Linked-In . All conversations will be confidential. If you or someone you know would qualify for any of the positions listed below feel free to have them call me as well. Thanks for any consideration and I look forward to helping you. God Bless.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Supervise accounts receivable and accounts payable operations to ensure timely and accurate processing of transactions.</p><p>• Prepare and analyze financial reports, including balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and other key documents to assess the company’s financial position.</p><p>• Develop and implement internal control procedures to enhance financial reliability and compliance.</p><p>• Lead month-end and year-end closing activities, ensuring accurate journal entries and reconciliations.</p><p>• Collaborate with the Credit/Collections Analyst to manage overdue accounts and maintain effective collection strategies.</p><p>• Identify and implement process improvements to optimize workflows and enhance system automation.</p><p>• Facilitate sales tax audits and ensure compliance with exemption certificate records.</p><p>• Assign and review tasks for accounting staff, ensuring adherence to policies and procedures.</p><p>• Provide training and guidance to team members to improve performance and maintain high standards.</p><p>• Address additional duties as required to support financial operations.</p>
We are looking for an Accounting Manager to lead core accounting operations and support accurate, timely financial reporting for our Wisconsin location. This role is ideal for a hands-on, detail-oriented accounting specialist who can oversee month-end activities, maintain general ledger integrity, and provide meaningful financial insight to leadership. The successful candidate will bring strong analytical ability, sound knowledge of accounting standards, and the confidence to work across departments in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the monthly close process by preparing and reviewing journal entries, posting adjustments, and ensuring the general ledger is complete and accurate.<br>• Examine financial activity across accounts, interpret trends in assets, liabilities, and equity, and help summarize the organization’s current and expected financial position.<br>• Produce month-end reporting packages for leadership, including balance sheet support, profit and loss review, and other financial analyses needed for decision-making.<br>• Reconcile bank accounts and other key balance sheet accounts, research variances, and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.<br>• Oversee account structure maintenance by establishing new accounts as needed and confirming transactions are recorded to the appropriate ledger categories.<br>• Monitor fixed asset records, including construction in progress, and maintain depreciation schedules to support accurate monthly expense recognition.<br>• Review supporting journals and payment activity for errors, completeness, and proper coding, including invoices, checks, electronic payments, and wire transactions.<br>• Support year-end accounting activities by closing accounts, preparing audit schedules, and assisting with tax return support and external financial statement audits.<br>• Perform analysis related to unbilled revenue, billing summaries, and other recurring monthly accounting items to improve reporting accuracy and completeness.
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to join our team in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin. In this role, you will oversee essential financial operations, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the organization's accounting processes. This position requires a detail-oriented individual capable of managing financial reporting, audits, and compliance while contributing to strategic planning and budgeting.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Supervise monthly financial closing activities, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.<br>• Prepare and analyze financial statements, maintaining compliance with accounting standards.<br>• Reconcile balance sheets and accounts to ensure data accuracy and consistency.<br>• Facilitate external audits by coordinating with auditors and providing necessary documentation.<br>• Oversee accounts payable and receivable functions to ensure accuracy and efficiency.<br>• Implement and monitor internal controls to safeguard financial data and ensure regulatory compliance.<br>• Lead the development of budgets and forecasts to support organizational strategic goals.<br>• Review and audit manufacturing project data to identify and resolve discrepancies.<br>• Record and adjust journal entries to maintain the precision of financial information.
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to oversee financial operations and provide dependable insight into business performance in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This role will lead reporting, budgeting, project financial analysis, and compliance activities while supporting accurate month-end and year-end close processes. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting judgment, a proactive approach to cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to maintain effective relationships with banking, audit, insurance, and regulatory partners.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop recurring financial reports that highlight operating results, spending trends, and projected business performance across revenue and expense categories.<br>• Produce both short-range and long-range financial statements and planning materials to support leadership decision-making.<br>• Review project-level financial results each month, identify variances, and communicate findings to stakeholders in a clear and actionable manner.<br>• Build budgets, evaluate supporting assumptions, and prepare summary analyses for leadership review and approval.<br>• Examine costs, revenue streams, contractual obligations, and future commitments to help forecast financial outcomes and advise business leaders and partners.<br>• Support monthly and annual close activities, including preparation of reconciliations, schedules, and required internal reporting.<br>• Prepare documentation and financial reports needed for regulatory submissions, tax filings, and external compliance requirements.<br>• Monitor organization-wide cash flow, maintain financial records for related entities, and coordinate with banks, auditors, insurance brokers, and clients as needed.<br>• Partner with project managers to ensure contracts, amendments, billing details, and project plans are accurately reflected in the accounting system and invoicing remains compliant.<br>• Evaluate accounting and payroll tools for effectiveness, assist with upgrades or system-related changes, and provide backup support across core accounting and payroll functions.