<p>We are looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to oversee the Accounts Payable and Procure-to-Pay functions within a dynamic, multi-brand organization. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead a critical shared services function, drive operational efficiency, and make impactful contributions in a fast-paced, private equity-backed environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Manage end-to-end Accounts Payable operations, including invoice processing and payment workflows, across multiple entities.</p><p>• Lead and mentor both onshore and offshore AP teams to ensure high performance and attention to detail in their development.</p><p>• Identify inefficiencies and implement process improvements, automation, and scalable solutions.</p><p>• Collaborate with departments such as operations, procurement, treasury, and senior leadership to align organizational goals.</p><p>• Strengthen internal controls and ensure compliance with regulatory standards while preparing for audits.</p><p>• Support month-end close activities, including accruals, reporting, and analytics.</p><p>• Ensure readiness for financial audits and maintain accurate records for compliance purposes.</p><p>• Contribute to the development of reporting tools and dashboards to enhance decision-making.</p><p>• Participate in cross-functional initiatives aimed at enhancing financial systems and processes.</p><p>• Drive the transformation and optimization of shared services functions to support organizational growth.</p>
<p><strong>About the Opportunity</strong></p><p>Robert Half is partnering with a prestigious, globally backed winery estate to hire an Assistant Controller who will play a critical role in leading onsite accounting operations. This position offers direct exposure to executive leadership and the opportunity to contribute during an exciting phase of growth and operational refinement. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for driving accurate financial reporting, supporting multi-entity operations, and enhancing processes across both estate and distribution activities. The ideal candidate brings a balance of technical strength, operational awareness, and a proactive approach to improving how things get done.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead day-to-day accounting operations with full ownership of the general ledger across multiple entities</li><li>Manage and execute the month-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting</li><li>Oversee inventory accounting, including COGS analysis, landed cost, and cost tracking</li><li>Handle intercompany transactions and support consolidation efforts in partnership with leadership</li><li>Prepare reconciliations, analyze variances, and deliver insights into financial performance</li><li>Partner with cross-functional teams to support operations and inform business decisions</li><li>Identify inefficiencies and implement process improvements to support scalability</li><li>Develop reporting tools and assist with budgeting and forecasting efforts</li><li>Supervise, mentor, and develop a small accounting team</li></ul>
<p>The Controller is responsible for the effective and efficient financial operations of the family office. This role is accountable for ensuring the accuracy, compliance, and timeliness of all</p><p>accounting and reporting functions. This role involves managing the financial activities of the family office’s entities while providing strategic financial insights, proactive risk management</p><p>and mitigation. Ensures the insurance programs are current and appropriate to cover all needed coverages for the estates, entities and activities of the Principals. Maintains the highest level of discretion and professionalism.</p><p>Duties:</p><p>• Serves as the primary contact for the CEO, CFO of Investments, and estate leadership on all family office financial and insurance matters.</p><p>● Builds and maintains strong, collaborative relationships with senior management peers, working closely with the CEO to address and align on tax requirements and financial strategies.</p><p>● Maintains accurate and current books and records for all assigned entities.</p><p>● Generates and distributes monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports. Proactively reviews financial reporting with CEO.</p><p>● Reviews financial information prepared by external accounting partners for accuracy and reasonableness.</p><p>● Coordinates with banking teams for financial transactions and effectively manages banking relationships, including opening accounts and maintaining user permissions.</p><p>● Monitors and manages cash balances, ensuring the appropriate movement of funds to support cash flow needs.</p><p>● Maintains accurate and timely records of intercompany transactions.</p><p>● Oversees accounts payable processes, ensuring payments are accurate and appropriate. Approves invoices, including intercompany billing, and ensures timely payment of those transactions. </p><p>● Prepares annual financial plans in collaboration with estate management.</p><p>● Oversees vineyard financial planning and financial management, including planning preparation, cost analysis, and resource allocation. Leads the process for vetting external partners for vineyard financial expertise and maintains</p><p>effective relationships with partners.</p><p>● Designs, implements, and manages financial systems, processes, and internal controls to ensure operational efficiency. Proactively improves financial processes, procedures and systems which ensure accuracy, efficiency, and where applicable, ease of use for others (e.g., expense reporting).</p><p>● Ensures insurance coverage is current and adequate for all family office needs. Proactively plans for future coverages based on family office plans and strategies. Coordinates with insurance brokers to manage policies and report claims and ensures internal parties (e.g., CEO, estate leadership) are aware of</p><p>claim status.</p><p>● Coordinates with external partners in preparing tax returns for the principals. Ensures tax returns appear accurate and reasonable.</p><p>● Participates in special projects and initiatives as requested by the CEO.</p><p>● Monitors and oversees construction project financial plans, ensuring timely completion and adherence to financial targets. Reports any unplanned expense adjustments and concerns to the CEO.</p><p><br></p>
<p>Reach out to <strong><u>Michelle Espejo</u></strong><u> via email or LinkedIn</u> for additional information or questions.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Assistant Property Controller | Real Estate Private Equity Firm | Berkeley| Hybrid; 2-3 Days Onsite</strong></p><p> </p><p>Our client is a fast-growing private equity real estate firm with a successful portfolio. They’re continuing to scale through new investments, partnerships, and successful fundraising.</p><p> </p><p>This is a great opportunity to join a collaborative, high-growth team where you’ll gain hands-on exposure to both property and fund operations, work across teams, and play a direct role in the firm’s continued</p><p> </p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee property accounting and lease administration</li><li>Manage payments, compliance, and AP processes (including exception handling)</li><li>Act as a liaison between accounting, asset management, and third-party partners</li><li>Review and approve leases, COIs, and tenant-related billing</li><li>Track property payments, leasing activity, and financial documentation</li><li>Support monthly close, CAM reconciliations, and construction/escrow tracking</li><li>Maintain accurate records across systems and ensure policy adherence</li></ul><p><strong>For fastest consideration, reach out to <u>Michelle Espejo via email or LinkedIn</u>.</strong></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead and manage the financial operations of our organization based in Marin County, California. This role is pivotal in ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining compliance with regulations, and providing strategic financial guidance to the leadership team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in accounting, financial management, and budgeting, with a proven ability to oversee complex financial systems.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare, analyze, and present accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.</p><p>• Maintain and oversee the general ledger to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial records.</p><p>• Manage all aspects of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash flow monitoring.</p><p>• Reconcile bank accounts and ensure proper fund allocation for operational needs.</p><p>• Develop and manage annual operating and reserve budgets in collaboration with the management team.</p><p>• Perform variance analysis to monitor budget performance and identify trends.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations as well as organizational policies.</p><p>• Coordinate and manage annual audits and tax filings with external auditors.</p><p>• Oversee reserve accounts and collaborate with specialists to plan for capital improvements and repairs.</p><p>• Review vendor contracts, process payments, and ensure accurate financial tracking of service agreements.</p>
<p>DESCRIPTION</p><p> ∙ Direct all accounting functions including billing, A/P, A/R, payroll, bank reconciliations, financial reporting, case cost management, and expense management</p><p> ∙ Prepare monthly and year-end financial statements; manage year-end close process</p><p> ∙ Coordinate external audit materials and interact with third-party CPAs on accounting issues and journal entries</p><p> ∙ Manage outgoing ACH and wire transfers with meticulous attention to fraud prevention</p><p> ∙ Oversee trust account activities and ensure regulatory compliance</p><p> ∙ Design and maintain financial controls, policies, and risk management practices</p><p> ∙ Manage case reporting and T&E reporting with firm leadership and co-counsel</p><p> ∙ Oversee Tabs3 time management system including billing and user administration</p><p> ∙ Draft accounting policies and implement process improvements</p><p> ∙ Manage semi-monthly payroll, 401K eligibility tracking, and benefits administration</p><p> ∙ Oversee HR compliance, employment law updates, and multistate registrations</p><p> ∙ Administer cloud-based systems including QuickBooks, Tabs3, Egencia, Certify, and Trakstar</p>
<p>Controller – San Francisco Law Firm</p><p><br></p><p>Natalie Lue with Robert Half is seeking an experienced Controller to lead finance, reporting, billing, and key operations for a reputable SF law firm. Ideal for someone who thrives in professional services, loves improving processes, and enjoys partnering closely with leadership.</p><p><br></p><p>Highlights:</p><p>• Full-cycle accounting + billing/trust oversight</p><p>• Process improvement + workflow optimization</p><p>• QuickBooks + advanced Excel</p><p>• High visibility and real impact</p><p><br></p><p>For confidential consideration, apply today!</p>