<p>Robert Half is looking for an experienced accounting leader to oversee financial operations for a Professional Services organization. This position is responsible for maintaining accurate financial reporting, guiding the close and planning cycles, and building reliable processes that support sound business decisions. The ideal candidate combines strong technical accounting expertise with a hands-on leadership style and a commitment to operational excellence.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct the daily accounting operation across the general ledger, payroll activities, trust accounting, cash applications, and related financial processes.</p><p>• Provide leadership to the Controller and accounting team to ensure dependable execution, strong accountability, and consistent performance standards.</p><p>• Prepare and review financial statements, schedules, and supporting documentation while maintaining ownership of reporting accuracy and completeness.</p><p>• Manage month-end and year-end close activities by establishing disciplined timelines, review checkpoints, and control procedures.</p><p>• Develop and maintain annual budget models, coordinate the organization-wide planning process, and deliver meaningful budget-to-actual analysis.</p><p>• Monitor cash flow activities, including liquidity tracking, payment planning, and cash positioning to support sound financial management.</p><p>• Strengthen internal controls, documentation practices, accounting policies, and standard operating procedures across the function.</p><p>• Partner on audit and tax support by producing organized, well-supported deliverables that meet compliance and review expectations.</p><p>• Identify opportunities to improve workflows, reporting practices, and financial planning processes as part of ongoing modernization efforts.</p><p><br></p><p>For Immediate consideration please apply or contact Steve Fields at 919-787-8226</p>