Controller

Robert Half • Tampa, FL • 5h ago

Description

This senior finance leadership role is responsible for the integrity of financial reporting, development of a scalable internal control environment, leadership of core accounting, and financial operations. The Corporate Controller will be both an exceptional accounting leader and a change agent - building processes, systems and controls required to support a complex, multi-entity organization.

Key Responsibilities

Lead Enterprise Controllership

Lead the corporate accounting organization, including general accounting, financial reporting, multi-entity consolidation, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll accounting, fixed assets and related accounting operations.

Own the monthly, quarterly and annual close and consolidation processes, with a focus on accuracy, timeliness, continuous improvement, U.S. GAAP-compliant financial reporting and executive reporting packages.

Establish clear accounting policies, standards and accountability across the organization.

Maintain rigorous balance-sheet governance, including reconciliations, reserves and account ownership.

Provide leadership and technical guidance on acquisitions, divestitures and other complex transactions.

Build a Scalable Control Environment

Develop and continuously strengthen a risk-based internal control environment appropriate for a complex privately held organization.

Establish consistent accounting practices and controls.

Lead the annual external audit and maintain strong relationships with external auditors.

Ensure appropriate accounting governance, documentation and policy compliance.

Transform Accounting Through Technology and Process Improvement

Lead the modernization and automation of accounting, systems and workflows.

Identify and implement opportunities to use automation, analytics and AI to improve accuracy, speed and productivity.

Reduce manual processes, eliminate unnecessary complexity and improve the speed and quality of the financial close.

Oversee Treasury and Partner on Financial Operations

Manage corporate cash, liquidity and treasury relationships.

Partner with third-party subject matter experts on tax and enterprise risk-management matters.

Establish appropriate financial operating metrics and accountability.

Build an Exceptional Accounting Organization

Recruit, develop and retain a high-performing accounting and payroll team.

Establish clear roles, responsibilities and performance expectations.

Create a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, collaboration and service to the business.

Requirements

15+ years of progressive accounting or controllership experience, including leadership responsibility within a complex multi-entity environment.

Strong background in corporate accounting, financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance.

Demonstrated ability to oversee reporting, treasury activity, and coordination of tax matters.

Experience working with executive leadership, external auditors, regulatory bodies, and board or committee stakeholders.

Proven success leading process improvements while maintaining a disciplined and well-controlled accounting environment.

Excellent judgment, communication, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA is required

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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