Robert Half is seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to support accounting operations and strengthen financial oversight for a growing organization in Hazelwood, Missouri. This position will play a critical role in leading the close process, enhancing reporting accuracy, and partnering with operational leaders to support informed financial decision-making.<br>The ideal candidate will bring strong technical accounting expertise, proven leadership capability, and the ability to turn financial data into actionable business insight.<br><br>Key Responsibilities<br>• Direct day-to-day accounting operations across accounts payable and general ledger functions, while mentoring staff and promoting high-performance standards<br>• Manage monthly and annual close processes across multiple entities, including accruals, reconciliations, cutoffs, and supporting schedules<br>• Prepare and review journal entries, balance sheet analyses, and intercompany allocations to maintain complete and accurate financial records<br>• Oversee financial reporting and analyze results to identify trends, explain variances, and provide meaningful updates to leadership<br>• Maintain the chart of accounts and drive consistency in financial reporting practices across the organization<br>• Supervise payment activity for vendors, contractors, credit cards, and prepaid expenses, ensuring timely processing and strong financial controls<br>• Partner with operations leaders to review spending patterns, identify inefficiencies, and recommend opportunities to improve cost management and profitability<br>• Develop and monitor cost and margin reporting, including metrics such as revenue, expense, and profit per mile across business segments<br>• Strengthen internal controls, support audit readiness, and maintain organized documentation for contracts, leases, and other key financial records<br>• Provide financial analysis, KPI reporting, and business recommendations to help leadership evaluate performance and make sound operational decisions<br><br>Qualifications<br>• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA preferred<br>• Progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibilities<br>• Strong knowledge of month-end and year-end close, general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and financial reporting<br>• Experience supporting multi-entity environments preferred<br>• Ability to analyze financial results and communicate findings clearly to both finance and operations stakeholders<br>• Strong understanding of internal controls, audit support, and process improvement<br>• Advanced Excel skills and experience working within ERP or accounting systems<br>• Industry experience in transportation, logistics, or a related operational environment is preferred<br><br>Comprehensive benefit package and competitive salary plus bonus depending on experience. For immediate consideration, please apply online to this role; you may also contact Craig Lavelle via LinkedIn or via phone at 314-279-7382.
We are looking for a Controller to join our team in Missouri on a Contract basis. This opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting specialist who can lead core financial operations, maintain accurate records, and support timely reporting. The role focuses on strengthening day-to-day accounting activities while ensuring compliance, consistency, and strong financial oversight.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the month-end close process to ensure deadlines are met and financial results are recorded accurately.<br>• Oversee general ledger activity, reviewing transactions and maintaining the integrity of account balances.<br>• Prepare and post journal entries with appropriate support and alignment to accounting standards.<br>• Perform detailed account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.<br>• Coordinate audit preparation by organizing documentation, responding to inquiries, and supporting financial statement reviews.<br>• Monitor accounting workflows and recommend process improvements that increase accuracy and efficiency.<br>• Partner with internal stakeholders to provide financial insights and assist with reporting needs.<br>• Support accounting-related operational changes or system updates as needed while maintaining continuity in reporting.
<p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting has partnered with an organization in St. Charles seeking a full-time Controller. The Controller must possess good communication skills to manage the accounting department along with having strong organizational skills to prioritize tasks and identify process improvement strategies.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Controller Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>· Oversee the preparation and delivery of accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting</p><p>· Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement</p><p>· Design, implement, and monitor internal controls to ensure compliance, accuracy, and risk mitigation</p><p>· Drive process improvements by leveraging technology and accounting systems to enhance efficiency, scalability, and reporting capabilities</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Controller Minimum Qualifications:</strong></p><p>· CPA, Bachelor degree in Accounting</p><p>· Public audit and supervisory experience with 10+ years of non-profit accounting</p><p>· Advanced Excel skills, Workday a plus</p><p><br></p><p>This position offers a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits plan. For more information and a confidential discussion, please apply online or contact Ricky Rozycki via LinkedIn.</p>
<p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting has partnered with an organization in St. Louis seeking a full-time Accounting Manager. The Accounting Manager must possess strong oral and written communication skills along with the ability to work in a team environment and possess good communication skills to manage the accounting department. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Accounting Manager Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>· Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting</p><p>· Prepare and analyze financial statements in accordance with company and accounting standards</p><p>· Manage project accounting and job costing, providing insights into profitability and project performance</p><p>· Conduct financial and variance analyses to identify trends, risks, and opportunities</p><p>· Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning to drive strategic decision-making</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Accounting Manager Minimum Qualifications: </strong></p><p>· Bachelor degree in Accounting or Finance</p><p>· 5+ years of project accounting with job costing and supervisory experience</p><p>· Intermediate Excel skills, Vista Viewpoint a plus</p><p><br></p><p>This position offers a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits plan. For more information and a confidential discussion, please apply online or contact Ricky Rozycki via LinkedIn.</p>