Controller

Robert Half has an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Controller to join a well-respected manufacturing company. In this leadership role, you will manage an accounting and clerical department. The Controller plans and directs all accounting operational functions, handles the accumulation and consolidation of financial data for internal and external financial statements, evaluates accounting and internal control systems, and leads departmental staff. Working with this company, you will receive competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits package, as well as strong career growth. We are seeking someone who will motivate others by maintaining a positive professional attitude; is honest, reliable and a leader; and will offer remarkable client services, managing self and others with a sense of urgency, practicality and accountability. You will also be expected to make key decisions and be able to challenge, negotiate and influence the team. Being part of the leadership team, you will advance the production of innovative ideas that are sound and progressive, challenge the status quo, and encourage creativity in your team. The Controller position is a long-term opportunity in the Memphis, Tennessee region.What you get to do every single day- Support Finance Department initiatives, including software and systems implementation and other departmental or firm-wide improvements, through research, planning and implementation, as needed- Assess, execute and streamline policies, procedures, controls and most methodologies- Complete tasks beyond formal job responsibilities- Each month, present executive committee and partners with financial reports- Responsible for month-end and year-end close of income statement and balance sheet, account reconciliations & G/L analysis- Manage the production of the annual budget and forecasts and monitor on a monthly basis- Work closely with executive team and partners to facilitate efficient and effective firm-wide operation- Guide all operations of the finance department, including accounts payable, billings & collections, and payroll- Manage the timing for monthly billing and other cash management techniques to make sure cash collection is on time- Assess deliverables of self and team to verify they meet client expectations- Prepare cash-flow reports, projecting cash needs at weekly and monthly intervals, daily cash managementCandidates must be local as this position is 100% onsite