Controller

DescriptionChris Preble from Robert Half is working with an Auburn client of his that is looking for a Controller to lead the company’s financial management activities. With solid benefits and lots of growth, this position will guide core accounting operations, deliver timely and accurate reporting, and provide financial insight that supports sound business decisions. The ideal candidate will strengthen controls, improve efficiency across finance processes, and work closely with operational leaders to enhance performance and profitability.Responsibilities:• Direct the monthly and annual closing cycle to ensure complete, accurate, and timely financial results.• Produce financial statements and leadership reports, highlighting trends, risks, and business performance insights.• Supervise day-to-day accounting functions across the general ledger, payables, receivables, payroll, and fixed asset records.• Oversee inventory valuation and product cost analysis to support manufacturing and margin visibility.• Build annual budgets and periodic forecasts, and evaluate actual results against financial plans.• Track cash position, working capital activity, and other critical measures to support financial stability.• Collaborate with operations leaders to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve overall profitability.• Maintain effective internal controls and coordinate activities related to external audits and tax compliance.• Lead finance process enhancements and support broader optimization efforts within accounting operations.Requirements• Demonstrated experience leading accounting and financial reporting functions in a controller or senior finance leadership role.• Strong knowledge of general ledger management, financial statement preparation, and month-end close procedures.• Experience developing budgets, forecasts, and management reports for business decision support.• Solid understanding of internal controls, audit coordination, and compliance with financial regulations.• Ability to interpret key financial metrics and communicate findings clearly to operational and executive stakeholders.Job typePermIndustryManufacturing