Controller
Robert Half Finance & Accounting
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Robert Half seeks an immediate Controller in the Hauppauge area to lead all accounting operations, ensure financial information integrity, and provide actionable insights. The role oversees reporting, compliance, budgeting, forecasting, and process improvements within a fast‑paced manufacturing environment, partnering with leadership to optimize inventory and working capital.
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Description
Robert Half has an immediate Controller position open in the Hauppauge area. You will be responsible for leading all accounting operations, ensuring the integrity of financial information, and delivering actionable insights to support business goals. This leader oversees financial reporting and compliance—enabling growth and operational efficiency in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee all day-to-day accounting functions, including accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), general ledger, inventory accounting, and payroll operations.
Prepare and analyze timely and accurate financial statements in compliance with US GAAP or local statutory requirements.
Support strategic planning and decision-making through robust financial analysis, cash management, cost control, and forecasting.
Partner with leadership and operational teams to optimize inventory, improve working capital, and reduce costs.
Manage annual budget and periodic forecasting processes, identifying and explaining variances.
Lead, mentor, and develop an in-house accounting team, fostering a culture of performance and accountability.
Liaise with external auditors, tax professionals, and banking partners.
Drive process improvements in the ERP system, reporting tools, and financial procedures.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or CMA preferred.
7+ years of progressive accounting experience
Advanced skills in Excel
Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
Requirements
Degree in Accounting/Finance and 7+ years experience
Management 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.
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