Description We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Small Business Controller in the engineering space, based in Little Rock, Arkansas. In this role, you will be tasked with overseeing the organization's financial data and compliance by maintaining accurate books on accounts payable and receivable, payroll, and daily financial entries and reconciliations. The salary range will be $85,000 - $110,000 DOE along with phenomenal benefits, opportunity to work hand and hand with the partners of the firm, all while working in a beautiful office centrally located! Please reach out to Austen Zemrock on LinkedIn for a direct confidential conversation or email me a Word version of your resume for more information. Responsibilities: Payroll Management: + Process time sheets, verify logged hours, review expense submissions, and administer updates for withholdings, benefits, and direct deposit changes. Process biweekly payroll via Intuit payroll software. + Ensure timely deposits of payroll taxes (federal and state), 401k contributions, and HSA payments. + Submit monthly, quarterly, and annual employment-related tax filings, including but not limited to: + W-2s, W-3s, and 1099s + Franchise taxes and corporate federal/state estimated taxes Financial Management: + Conduct treasury management to monitor accounts and mitigate fraudulent activity daily. + Manage monthly accounts receivable billings and generate related reports through BigTime software. + Perform financial reconciliations and prepare reports, including: + ACH verification for payments + Monthly bank statement and credit card reconciliations + Asset depreciation, deferred income, and year-end journal entries + Provide documentation and reports to internal partners or external CPA for corporate tax return preparation and audits (e.g., 401k and insurance). + Maintain and update depreciation schedules annually. Human Resources Liaison Duties: + Onboarding: + Oversee new hire processes by managing personnel records, benefits enrollment, payroll setup, and compliance with reporting guidelines (e.g., I-9 verification). + Policy Management: + Maintain the employee handbook and assist in drafting or revising company policies. + Termination Processes: + Process offboarding paperwork, adhere to COBRA compliance, and provide prompt responses to unemployment claims or audits. + Time Off Monitoring: + Track and maintain PTO records, including biweekly updates and reporting summaries. Requirements Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: + Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks), time-tracking tools, and common office applications (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat). + Strong organizational, communication, problem-solving, and multitasking skills with exceptional attention to detail and ability to work independently. + Competency in generating financial reports, analyzing data, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. Required Qualifications: + Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, or a related field is preferred. + Five to ten years of relevant experience in accounting, payroll, or financial management, or equivalent education and professional experience. 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) .