Description Robert Half is looking for a Controller for a client in the western suburbs. In this role, you will have a crucial part in managing financial operations, maintaining compliance with accounting standards and company policies, and overseeing accurate financial reporting. This position holds a key leadership role within the finance team, supporting the VP of Finance with insights and analysis to drive business decisions. Responsibilities • Oversee the accounting department, ensuring operations run efficiently and adhere to financial policies. • Prepare and deliver financial statements and reports in a timely and accurate manner. • Perform analysis of variances to explain key differences between budgeted, prior periods, and actual results, providing insights to the VP of Finance. • Review financial statements for discrepancies and ensure accuracy before presenting findings to the VP of Finance. • Ensure compliance with US and Group accounting policies, company policies, and regulatory requirements. • Proactively monitor suppliers, customers and other working capital items, and manage daily cash flows. • Manage the compliance of various taxes, including state and federal income taxes, sales taxes, and use taxes. • Support corporate and sales tax compliance, including tax journal preparation and coordination with third-party advisors. • Implement, maintain and improve internal financial controls to enhance accuracy and mitigate risks. • Continuously optimize accounting processes to improve efficiency, supporting the VP of Finance in improving financial operations. • Prepare and review thorough balance sheet reconciliations to verify account accuracy. • Coordinate with external auditors in the year-end audit process, supporting the VP of Finance and Group Financial Controller. • Oversee accounting for stock and revaluations in line with company policies. • Participate or lead special projects to enhance financial operations. This position offers a salary range of $140-160K plus bonus and comes with the following benefits: + Medical – BCBS + Dental – BCBS + Vision + Short Term Disability + Voluntary benefits such as accidental and hospital insurance. + 401k plan with a 4% match. + Vacation 15 paid days annually, prorated on the first year. + 8 holidays. If interested, please contact Brian Keating at 331-264-5688. Requirements • Minimum of 5 years of experience in a Controller role or similar financial position • Proficiency in Financial Statement Preparation • Demonstrated experience with General Ledger management • Proven skills in Account Reconciliation • Expertise in Variance Analysis • Understanding and experience with Corporate Tax Compliance • Knowledge of Corporate Income Tax regulations and procedures • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel • Familiarity with US GAAP • Experience in Cash Flow Analysis is required 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. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .