Controller

Job title:

Controller

Company

Robert Half

Job description

Contact this reputable company through Robert Half about their Controller position, if you have a knack for leading with high standards, positively motivating others, and making critical decisions and have experience taking charge of an accounting and clerical department. Candidates who can plan and direct all accounting operational functions, handle the accumulation and consolidation of financial data for internal and external financial statements, evaluate accounting and internal control systems, and lead departmental staff, will be preferred for this position. You might be a good fit for this position if you can lead with integrity and reliability and have the ability to manage self and others with urgency, practicality and accountability when providing client services. Candidates who are creative team players with a talent for challenging the status quo, coming up with unique ideas, negotiating and influencing will be preferred for this position. Consider this position if you’re looking to advance your career with a very competitive and generous compensation and benefits package. Based in the Orleans, Ontario area, this opening for a Controller is a permanent position.How you will make an impact– Produce cash-flow reports, calculating cash needs at weekly and monthly intervals, and manage daily cash– Evaluate, implement and streamline policies, procedures, controls and most methodologies– Collaborate with executive team and partners to support efficient and effective firm-wide operation– Meet client expectations by reviewing deliverables of self and team to make sure they meet client satisfaction– Manage the timing for monthly billing and other cash management techniques to make sure cash collection is on time– Manage monthly and annual close of income statement and balance sheet, the reconciliations of accounts, and G/L analysis– Support Finance Department initiatives, such as software and systems implementation and other departmental or firm-wide improvements, with research, planning, and implementation, as required– Manage the creation of the annual budget and forecasts and monitor them on a monthly basis– Guide all operations of the finance department, including accounts payable, billings & collections, and payroll– Respond on items beyond formal job responsibilities– Give executive committee and partners monthly financial reports– 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including as a Controller or Accounting Manager preferred– Ability to thrive in a dynamic, high pressure environment, to prioritize deals and adapt to quick changes while remaining diligent– Intercompany accounts experience highly desired– Demonstrated knowledge of Full Charge Bookkeeping– Command of Legal Services– Strong familiarity with ProLaw time and billing– Adeptness in policies & procedures– Comprehensive knowledge of Quickbooks Online– Operational Budgets experience– Notable analytical, quantitative and social skills– CPA preferred however commensurate experience or pursuing their CPA is acceptable.– Takes action on items beyond formal job responsibilities– Prior work in technology, analytics and management experience desired– Detailed and have the ability work independently– BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, Economics or other business related field– Ability to meet deadlines– Able to build and deliver effective presentations to audiences with wide-ranging backgrounds– Accounting experience in a law firm or professional services is highly desired.– Strong communication and interpersonal skills-Ability to lead financial audits and those from the Law Society.-Bilingualism (French and English) is desirable.This is a growing firm that offers good opportunity to grow and grow your department. Full benefits and and matching RSP program. While on site initially, that is a hybrid-home arrangement.Please apply on line clearly indicating your experience or call Trevor White or Stuart Eliuk at 613-236-4253 Also see Stuart Eliuk’s LinkedIn shout out!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 and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.Questions? Call your loca…l office at 1.888.490.5461. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.© 2024 Robert Half. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use.Robert HalfRobert 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,…

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Location

Orleans, ON

Job date

Fri, 29 Mar 2024 08:01:25 GMT

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