Controller

Description

We are looking for a Controller to support document-focused operations in Emeryville, California. This position is well suited for someone who is highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing high volumes of records with accuracy. The role will play an important part in maintaining orderly documentation practices, ensuring materials are properly scanned, compiled, and controlled for business use.

Responsibilities:

• Lead accounting operations, financial reporting, close processes, and internal controls.

• Ensure compliance with GAAP, federal grant regulations, and accounting standards.

• Partner across teams to maintain accurate, timely financial and government reporting.

• Oversee system upgrades and process improvements impacting accounting workflows.

• Develop and mentor accounting, revenue, and general ledger staff.

• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders across locations.

• Manage external auditors, consultants, outsourcing partners, and tax filings.

• Support strategic projects and perform other assigned responsibilities.

Requirements

• Experienced finance leader with 10+ years of progressive accounting experience in growing organizations.

• Strong knowledge of federal grant and contract accounting, including 2 CFR 200 compliance.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA or public accounting background preferred.

• Skilled in financial strategy, ERP implementations, and process improvement initiatives.

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and team leadership abilities.

• Analytical, detail-oriented, and able to work independently in fast-paced environments.

• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Advanced Excel skills and experience with NetSuite or similar ERP systems 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.

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