Corporate Controller
Robert Half Finance & Accounting
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Robert Half Finance & Accounting is hiring a Corporate Controller. The Corporate Controller will lead the accounting organization and strengthen financial operations. This role combines strategic leadership with day-to-day execution, overseeing reporting, guiding process improvements, and remaining actively involved in core accounting work. The Controller partners closely with finance, operations, sales, and executive leadership to deliver accurate insights, support board-level reporting, and help drive sound business decisions.
Key focus areas include Direct the full monthly close cycle, ensuring accurate results and timely completion., Oversee external audit activities, coordinating supporting schedules and documentation., and Develop, refine, and enforce accounting policies, internal controls, and financial procedures..
Successful candidates bring Bachelor's Degree In Accounting Or Finance Or Related Field and Manufacturing Environment Experience. Important skills include Epicor ERP, Advanced Excel, Financial Reporting, Consolidation Activities, Journal Entries, and General Ledger Activity. Preferred (not required): Monthly Close Cycle, External Audit Activities, Accounting Policies, and Internal Controls.
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Description We are looking for an experienced Corporate Controller to lead the accounting organization and strengthen financial operations in Hopkins, Minnesota. This position combines strategic leadership with day-to-day execution, making it ideal for someone who can oversee reporting, guide process improvements, and remain actively involved in core accounting work. The role partners closely with finance, operations, sales, and executive leadership to deliver accurate insights, support board-level reporting, and help drive sound business decisions.
Responsibilities:
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Direct the full monthly close cycle, ensuring accurate results, timely completion, and continuous improvement in close efficiency.
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Oversee external audit activities, coordinate supporting schedules and documentation, and serve as the primary accounting lead throughout the audit process.
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Develop, refine, and enforce accounting policies, internal controls, and financial procedures to support compliance and operational consistency.
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Manage financial reporting and consolidation activities, including preparation and review of income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reporting.
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Perform and review journal entries and general ledger activity while providing hands-on guidance to the accounting team.
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Partner with FP& A to analyze budget-to-actual and forecast-to-actual performance, identify key drivers, and support financial reviews.
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Collaborate with executive leadership, operations, and sales teams to prepare financial presentations and materials for leadership meetings and the board.
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Support strategic initiatives by identifying opportunities to improve accounting workflows, reporting quality, and overall finance operations.
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Work effectively with teams across domestic and international locations, with seasonal travel as needed up to 15%.
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Contribute to the reduction of the month-end reporting timeline through process redesign, stronger coordination, and disciplined execution. Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA designation preferred.
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At least 7 years of progressive accounting or controllership experience, including leadership responsibility.
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Background in manufacturing environments with a strong understanding of cost structures and operational finance.
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Demonstrated success leading financial statement preparation, including balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow reporting.
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Proven experience managing external audits and working effectively with auditors.
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Strong knowledge of month-end close, general ledger processes, journal entries, and account reconciliation.
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Experience using Epicor ERP and advanced proficiency in Excel.
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Ability to build cross-functional relationships and communicate financial results clearly to senior leadership.
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