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We are looking for a highly skilled Controller / Accounting Director to lead our financial operations in Castroville, California. This pivotal role involves managing accounting processes, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, and driving strategic financial initiatives. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in financial management, internal controls, and team leadership, especially within industries such as Agriculture or Construction.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting close processes to ensure the accurate preparation of financial statements, including Profit and Loss Statements and the Balance Sheet.

• Oversee compliance with financial standards and practices across accounting, purchasing, operations, and reporting functions.

• Analyze departmental functions and organizational operations to establish and maintain robust internal accounting controls.

• Assist in the development and implementation of departmental budgets, perform variance analyses, and deliver timely management reports.

• Lead and mentor the finance and administrative teams, fostering growth and ensuring adherence to company policies.

• Reconcile and analyze complex accounts while evaluating alternative accounting treatments to enhance financial accuracy.

• Coordinate internal and external audits, implementing effective controls to mitigate financial risks and prevent misstatements.

• Provide technical guidance on complex financial matters and resolve issues with innovative solutions.

• Drive process improvement initiatives, system enhancements, and strategies to optimize profitability and operational efficiency.

Posted by Recruiting Director Scott G. Moore (see LinkedIn also)

Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field.

• A minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in accounting or financial management.

• Industry experience in Agriculture, Construction, or similar fields is preferred.

• Strong knowledge of financial management principles, accounting regulations, and internal controls.

• Proven expertise in preparing and analyzing financial statements, budgets, and variance reports.

• Exceptional leadership abilities with a track record of managing and developing teams.

• Proficiency in financial software and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

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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