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Description

Robert Half is recruiting for a dynamic company located in Wilmington, NC. We are currently seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Controller to oversee and manage our clients' financial operations.

Position Overview:

The Controller will play a critical role in ensuring the financial integrity of our client by managing the General Ledger, payroll, financial reconciliations, contracts, and other key operational responsibilities. This position will also provide financial reports, support audits, and oversee accounting staff.

Key Responsibilities:

General Ledger Management:

+ Maintain the General Ledger and all associated modules.

+ Process monthly journal entries and bank reconciliations.

+ Perform general ledger account reconciliations and manage fixed assets.

+ Oversee budget management and provide financial support and reporting for events and other departments.

+ Reconcile school credit cards.

Payroll Management:

+ Maintain payroll records and leave reports.

+ Prepare necessary payroll-related reports.

Audit Assistance:

+ Support the annual audit, including preparation of reconciliations and required reports.

Document Management:

+ Manage financial and operational records.

Team Supervision:

+ Oversee Accounts Receivable Accounting Specialist, Accounts Payable Accounting Specialist, and Payroll Administrator.

Survey/Data Reporting:

+ Prepare and input survey reporting data to external agencies.

Committee Support:

+ Take minutes at finance, insurance, facilities, and investment committee meetings.

Other Responsibilities:

+ Perform other projects and duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

+ Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.

+ CPA, CMA, or advanced degree preferred.

+ 5+ years of experience in accounting or financial management, with previous controller experience strongly preferred.

+ Knowledge of accounting software and strong proficiency in MS Office (particularly Excel).

+ Excellent organizational and analytical skills with meticulous attention to detail.

+ Proven ability to lead and supervise accounting staff effectively.

For immediate consideration please apply or contact directly Steve Fields at 919-787-8226.

Requirements

Qualifications:

+ Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.

+ CPA, CMA, or advanced degree preferred.

+ 5+ years of experience in accounting or financial management, with previous controller experience strongly preferred.

+ Knowledge of accounting software and strong proficiency in MS Office (particularly Excel).

+ Excellent organizational and analytical skills with meticulous attention to detail.

+ Proven ability to lead and supervise accounting staff effectively

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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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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