About the Controller Role at Robert Half

Robert Half is excited to present an exceptional career opportunity for a seasoned Controller in Mount Vernon, New York. This pivotal leadership position oversees all accounting operations for a dynamic organization, ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial information. As Controller, you will serve as a strategic financial partner to senior leadership, driving regulatory compliance, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and operational efficiency. With a competitive salary context of $175,000, this role offers substantial rewards for professionals with public/private accounting backgrounds and CPA certification.

In this high-impact position, you will manage billing, receivables, payroll, payables, and internal control development across multiple entities. Mount Vernon, NY, provides an ideal setting with proximity to New York City, combining suburban appeal with urban access. Ideal candidates thrive in fast-paced, high-volume environments, optimizing workflows and delivering actionable insights through variance analysis and financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities

The Controller role demands hands-on leadership in core financial functions:

• Lead critical aspects of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes across multiple entities, ensuring seamless execution.
• Prepare and meticulously review journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and financial statements to guarantee accuracy and completeness.
• Oversee complex revenue recognition processes and reconcile membership billing activities, expertly resolving discrepancies related to deferred revenue or chargebacks.
• Develop comprehensive internal financial reports and perform variance analyses, providing deep insights to support robust budgeting and forecasting initiatives.
• Manage accounts payable coding, payroll journal entries, and fixed asset schedules, including precise depreciation calculations and capital expenditure tracking.
• Ensure strict adherence to compliance standards, robust internal controls, and franchise policies while leading preparations for annual audits.
• Optimize accounting systems and workflows to drive efficiency in a high-volume, multi-entity environment, leveraging technology for streamlined operations.

These responsibilities position you at the heart of the organization's financial health, collaborating closely with executive teams to influence strategic decisions.

Required Qualifications

To excel as Controller, candidates must possess:

• CPA certification – Essential for public/private accounting profiles.
• Proven experience leading financial operations in multi-entity settings.
• Deep expertise in GAAP, revenue recognition, and audit compliance.
• Strong technical skills in accounting software, ERP systems, and financial modeling.
• Exceptional analytical abilities for variance analysis and forecasting.
• Leadership experience managing payables, payroll, receivables, and fixed assets.
• Ability to optimize processes in high-volume environments.
• Excellent communication skills for partnering with senior leadership.

Robert Half prioritizes candidates who combine technical prowess with strategic vision, ready to elevate financial operations.

Why Join Us at Robert Half?

Joining Robert Half as Controller means accessing a world-class platform for professional growth. We offer a competitive salary up to $175,000, comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401(k) matching, PTO, and CPA support. Our Mount Vernon, NY location fosters work-life balance while connecting you to premier opportunities. Robert Half's global network provides unmatched career mobility, mentorship, and exposure to innovative finance roles. Be part of a team that values integrity, innovation, and excellence – apply today by sending your resume to joe.ciavardini@roberthalf. This is your chance to lead financial excellence in a thriving organization. (Word count: 728)