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Description We are looking for a skilled Controller to join our team in New York, New York. In this long-term contract role, you will oversee the financial operations of the organization, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and strategic insight. This position offers the opportunity to lead a team, optimize financial systems, and support organizational goals through effective financial management.

Responsibilities:

• Manage all aspects of accounting processes, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, banking, tax compliance, and monthly closings.

• Prepare and analyze financial statements, reports, and forecasts to support strategic decision-making and evaluate financial performance.

• Ensure adherence to tax regulations, financial policies, and compliance standards across all operations.

• Lead and mentor a small finance team, providing guidance on daily tasks and supporting their growth and development.

• Collaborate with departments across the organization to deliver financial insights and support business objectives.

• Drive the implementation and enhancement of financial tools such as Zoho and QuickBooks to streamline workflows and improve reporting.

• Conduct variance analyses to identify trends and offer actionable recommendations for improvement.

• Assist in the development of budgets and forecasts to align with organizational goals and strategic priorities.

• Perform periodic audits and review internal controls to ensure operational efficiency and compliance.

• Optimize financial systems to enhance data accuracy and reporting capabilities. Requirements • Proven experience in managing full-cycle accounting processes, including month-end and year-end closings.

• Strong expertise in financial reporting and analysis, with the ability to provide actionable insights.

• Familiarity with financial tools such as Zoho and QuickBooks.

• Knowledge of tax regulations and compliance standards.

• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop a team in a finance setting.

• Excellent analytical skills, with a focus on variance analysis and forecasting.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to collaborate effectively across departments and communicate financial information clearly.

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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