• Controller

    Robert Half Finance & Accounting (Rocklin, CA)


    Description

    Lisa Cole with Robert Half is partnering with a growing company that is looking for an experienced Controller to oversee accounting operations for a multi-entity organization based in Rocklin, California. This role requires a detail-oriented leader with expertise in percentage of completion accounting and a strong grasp of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring financial accuracy, compliance, and insightful analysis to support strategic business decisions. For more information regarding this position, please call Lisa Cole at 916-649-0832.

    Responsibilities:

    • Manage daily accounting operations, including accounts payable/receivable, general ledger, payroll, and intercompany reconciliations.

    • Oversee the timely and accurate completion of month-end and year-end closing processes.

    • Implement and manage percentage of completion revenue recognition for long-term projects, adhering to GAAP standards.

    • Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies at federal, state, and local levels.

    • Prepare financial reports for individual entities and consolidate company-wide financial statements.

    • Lead and mentor the accounting team, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations.

    • Collaborate with project managers to monitor budgets, analyze costs, and evaluate contract profitability.

    • Coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors to facilitate successful audits and tax filings.

    • Support strategic planning, forecasting, and budgeting processes with actionable financial insights.

    • Optimize financial systems and internal controls to enhance operational efficiency.

    Requirements

    Qualifications:

    • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

    • Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience, including 3 years in a leadership role.

    • Proven expertise in percentage of completion accounting, preferably in construction or project-based industries.

    • Strong technical skills in consolidations, multi-entity accounting, and GAAP compliance.

    • Familiarity with financial systems such as NetSuite, Sage Intacct, or Microsoft Dynamics.

    • Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal abilities.

    • Demonstrated success in improving financial processes and reporting accuracy.

    • Detail-oriented with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

     

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