Robert Half is working with a client that is seeking a Controller to lead accounting and financial reporting for its manufacturing or construction operations. This role will oversee month-end close, budgeting and forecasting, cost accounting, inventory and work-in-progress valuation, job costing, margin analysis, and internal controls. The Controller will also partner closely with operations leaders to support profitability, cost management, and better business decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

Month-End Close and Financial Reporting

• Lead the monthly close process, including journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and adjusting entries
• Review financial statements, analyze variances against budget and prior year, and investigate discrepancies
• Prepare monthly reporting packages and supporting schedules for leadership
• Maintain accurate account reconciliations and audit-ready documentation
• Identify ways to improve reporting processes, controls, and overall efficiency

Budgeting and Forecasting

• Lead the annual budget process and quarterly reforecasts
• Partner with operations to develop revenue, margin, labor, overhead, and equipment budgets
• Review assumptions, assess risks and opportunities, and improve forecasting accuracy
• Ensure submissions meet corporate timelines and reporting requirements

Operational Finance Support

• Provide guidance to operations and administrative teams on accounting and coding matters
• Partner with operations managers to understand business performance and challenges
• Deliver financial analysis to support production efficiency, cost control, pricing, and investment decisions
• Help identify cost-saving and process improvement opportunities

Inventory and Pricing

• Monitor inventory levels, turnover, and accuracy
• Review inventory variances and explain adjustments
• Support pricing reviews and evaluate the financial impact of price changes, discounts, rebates, and promotions

Qualifications

• Professional accounting designation, or currently working toward one
• 5+ years of experience in a Controller or similar leadership role
• Manufacturing or construction industry experience strongly preferred
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel
• Solid analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to travel occasionally to divisions and project sites

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