Controller
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Description Robert Half is looking for Controller candidates who are looking for work where they will have broad business engagement and impact with a business in the Financial Services field. You might be a good fit for this Controller position, if you can manage the process to ensure that models are correct and are fully accrued each month, verify and hold the operations team accountable to ensure end to end incentive processing, payments, accounting and related financial controls are operating effectively. Located in Kansas City, Missouri, this Controller position will be a long-term contract / temporary opportunity. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a very dynamic and high profile area with significant visibility at executive management level.What you get to do every single day
Work closely with Treasury to provide timely cash flow forecasts
Supervise reporting, forecasting, and budgeting processes and tools for the accountable programs
Engage with various business partners for various program controllership and FP& A activities such as ensuring accuracy of accrual models, appropriate accounting and true-up activities and answer queries from business, area and subsidiary controllers
Attain comprehension of key financial results and movements across programs to summarize and discuss with key business partners
Comparison of evidence and qualitative discussion of monthly financial results across global programs to support SOX controls
Continuous reviewing of actual spend against budget, as well as directing actions needed for any expected shortfalls
Obtain understanding of key financial results and movements across programs to summarize and discuss with key business partners
Review and monitor controls to ensure they are designed and operating effectively in partnership with compliance Requirements - 5+ years professional accounting and controllership or public accounting and internal controls experience and/or Internal Audit or Controls and Compliance
Good understanding of ERP system is highly valued
Exquisite understanding in office and accounting computer systems
Solid understanding of Financial Close Process
Practical knowledge of Prepaids
Experience with bank reconciliations
Cash reconciliations experience preferred
Adeptness in Microsoft Excel
Deep understanding of account reconciliation
Monthly Financial Close experience required
General familiarity with accruals
Demonstrated knowledge of System Implementation
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or other relevant field
CPA and/or CMA preferred
Prior background in engaging virtually with teams around the globe and providing leadership across finance teams
Strong analytical skills with ability to implement solutions and vendor management experience with good organizational skills
Skills to assess process and internal control weaknesses and identify improvements
Excellent communication and negotiation skills with experience in establishing trusted advisor/consultant relationships and proven ability to influence Executives and Business Decision Makers
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.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.© 2024 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https:///www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .
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