<p>Robert Half is looking for a meticulous Controller to lead core accounting activities for a manufacturing company and keep financial operations running accurately and efficiently. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in government contract compliance, and month-end close within a manufacturing environment. This role is 100% onsite in Coeur d Alene, ID.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct day-to-day accounting operations across payables, receivables, payroll coordination, ledger activity, and cash oversight.</p><p>• Lead monthly and annual close cycles, ensuring entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules are completed accurately and on time.</p><p>• Maintain organized financial documentation and prepare records that are ready for internal review, external audit, and compliance examination.</p><p>• Evaluate and enhance accounting controls, policies, and standard procedures to improve accuracy, consistency, and risk management.</p><p>• Oversee the effective use of accounting and payroll platforms to support efficient processing and reliable financial data flow.</p><p>• Monitor adherence to government contracting requirements, including cost allowability standards and related accounting guidelines.</p><p>• Manage indirect rate tracking, labor allocations, project setup structures, and cost categorization for contract accounting purposes.</p><p>• Prepare audit support materials and respond to requests tied to government or regulatory financial reviews.</p><p>• Produce work-in-progress reporting, percentage-of-completion calculations, and contract balance reconciliations to support accurate revenue recognition and project reporting.</p><p>• Partner with project managers and finance leadership to review cost trends, validate forecasts, and highlight risks affecting contract performance and profitability.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>BENEFITS:</strong></p><p>- Healthcare Benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision</p><p>- Other Insurance: Life and Disability</p><p>- Ability to contribute to a 401k plan</p><p>-CTO: 136 hours and 10 paid holidays</p>
<p>We are seeking an accomplished <strong>Tax Director</strong> to lead and expand the tax practice of a growing public accounting firm in Spokane Valley (this role is 100% onsite). This leadership role is ideal for a seasoned tax professional with deep technical expertise, exceptional client advisory skills, and a proven ability to develop high-performing teams.</p><p><br></p><p>As the leader of the firm's Tax Division, the Tax Director will oversee quality and risk management, drive client service excellence, and mentor a team of tax professionals. The successful candidate will serve as a trusted advisor to business owners and high-net-worth individuals while partnering with firm leadership to support growth initiatives, strengthen client relationships, and identify new service opportunities. This position offers an opportunity to influence the direction of the firm's tax practice while playing a key role in its continued success and expansion.</p><p><br></p><p>Tax Practice Leadership</p><ul><li>Lead and oversee all aspects of the firm's tax division, including compliance, consulting, planning, workflow management, and staff development.</li><li>Establish departmental goals, policies, and best practices to ensure operational efficiency, profitability, and exceptional client service.</li><li>Monitor emerging tax legislation, regulatory developments, and industry trends to ensure the firm remains proactive and competitive.</li></ul><p>Technical Oversight & Quality Control</p><ul><li>Provide final review and approval of complex tax returns for individuals, partnerships, corporations, trusts, estates, and other business entities.</li><li>Serve as the firm's primary technical resource on sophisticated federal, state, and local tax matters.</li><li>Lead research and analysis related to complex tax issues, including multi-state taxation, business transactions, mergers and acquisitions, partnership allocations, basis issues, and entity restructuring.</li></ul><p>Strategic Tax Planning & Advisory</p><ul><li>Develop and implement advanced tax planning strategies that align with clients' business and financial objectives.</li><li>Advise clients on entity selection, succession planning, ownership transitions, business acquisitions, dispositions, and other significant transactions.</li><li>Identify tax-saving opportunities and provide forward-looking guidance that creates measurable value for clients.</li><li>Assist clients in navigating audits, examinations, and correspondence with taxing authorities when necessary.</li></ul><p>Team Development & Mentorship</p><ul><li>Recruit, mentor, train, and develop tax professionals at all levels.</li><li>Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous learning, and professional excellence.</li><li>Provide coaching and performance management to support career growth and succession planning within the department.</li><li>Review workloads and staffing needs to optimize team performance and client outcomes.</li></ul><p>BENEFITS:</p><p>Medical/Dental/Vision - 100% paid for employee</p><p>HSA account/Life insurance</p><p>401k plan + match</p><p>4 weeks PTO + paid holidays</p><p>Continuing Education</p>