• Assistant Controller

    Robert Half Finance & Accounting (Linthicum, MD)


    Description

    Robert Half has partnered with a large corporation to hire an Assistant Controller to help oversee their accounting team! Join them during exciting times of growth and expansion, and bring your excellent leadership, teamwork, and forward thinking ideas to develop and integrate teams. We are looking for someone who wants to play an instrumental role and grow with the company as they continue to expand! The Assistant Controller role will be a key player in our accounting team, ensuring efficient accounting operations and financial precision.

    Key Responsibilities:

    + Financial Reporting: Ensure the timely and accurate preparation of all financial statements in compliance with GAAP and other applicable regulations.

    + Inventory: Maintain and implement strong inventory controls, partnering with field staff and operations to establish accurate counts and cost controls.

    + Compliance: Ensure compliance with tax, regulatory, and financial standards. Serve as a liaison for external auditors and manage the audit process.

    + System Optimization: Identify and implement technology and process enhancements to drive efficiency and scalability for the accounting function.

    + Team Development: Mentor, develop, and inspire the accounting team to deliver high-performance results in a fast-paced work environment.

     

    What You’ll Bring

     

    + Experience: 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a management / supervisory role.

    + Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA designation is preferred.

    + Technical Skills: Expertise in GAAP, financial reporting, and accounting systems. Familiarity with inventory and project accounting is a strong plus.

    + Leadership: Proven track record of managing and mentoring an accounting team with a focus on collaboration and efficiency.

    + Technology Savviness: Proficiency with financial software and strong Microsoft Excel skills.

    + Soft Skills: Exceptional communication, organizational, and problem-solving abilities to effectively interact with stakeholders across all levels.

     

    Why You Should Apply

     

    + Opportunity to work with a thriving company that is experiencing significant growth.

    + A leadership role that directly impacts financial operations and operational success.

    + Collaborative and supportive work environment.

    + Competitive compensation and career advancement opportunities.

     

    How to Apply

     

    If this sounds like the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you! Please send your resume and cover letter to Tracy Kaszuba on LinkedIn, or apply directly to this ad.

    Requirements

    What You’ll Bring

     

    + Experience: 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a management / supervisory role.

    + Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA designation is preferred.

    + Technical Skills: Expertise in GAAP, financial reporting, and accounting systems. Familiarity with inventory and project accounting is a strong plus.

    + Leadership: Proven track record of managing and mentoring an accounting team with a focus on collaboration and efficiency.

    + Technology Savviness: Proficiency with financial software and strong Microsoft Excel skills.

    + Soft Skills: Exceptional communication, organizational, and problem-solving abilities to effectively interact with stakeholders across all levels.

     

    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.

     

    Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

     

    All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

     

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