Controller

Description

Bridget Killen from Robert Half is recruiting for a controller in Albany, Oregon. This position oversees reporting, cost accounting, and core accounting functions while delivering analysis that supports sound business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong financial leadership, a solid understanding of inventory and production costing, and the ability to strengthen controls and reporting accuracy.

Responsibilities:

• Produce accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including key statements that reflect the organization’s financial position and performance.

• Oversee inventory accounting and product costing across raw materials, in-process production, and completed goods to support accurate valuation and margin visibility.

• Analyze differences between actual financial results and plans or forecasts, then present findings and practical recommendations to leadership.

• Establish and track performance measures that help evaluate manufacturing efficiency, spending trends, and cost management efforts.

• Interpret financial data, identify meaningful patterns or risks, and communicate opportunities to improve profitability and operational performance.

• Direct day-to-day accounting activities, including receivables, payables, budgeting, forecasting, and related financial administration.

• Manage banking activity and purchasing-related financial transactions to help maintain effective cash flow and accurate records.

• Partner with external auditors and support compliance with company policies, reporting standards, and financial governance expectations.

• Design, maintain, and improve internal controls that protect assets and promote reliable financial reporting.

Interested candidates can contact Bridget Killen at Robert Half for more information.

Requirements

• Experience in a Controller or senior accounting leadership role within a manufacturing or product-based environment.

• Strong knowledge of cost accounting, inventory valuation, and month-end close processes.

• Demonstrated ability to prepare financial statements and manage budgeting and forecasting activities.

• Proficiency in financial analysis, including variance reporting and performance measurement.

• Hands-on understanding of accounts payable, accounts receivable, banking, and purchasing transactions.

• Familiarity with internal controls, audit coordination, and financial compliance practices.

• Strong communication skills with the ability to present financial insights clearly to leadership.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field 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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