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Corporate Controller

Robert Half

Job Description

Job Description

This search is being conducted by Steve Spinello.

Corporate Controller

Our client, a growing multi-location manufacturing and distribution organization , is seeking a Corporate Controller to join its leadership team during an exciting period of transformation and growth .

This is a standout opportunity for an accomplished accounting leader who wants to make a real impact. The company is building for the future, investing in its finance infrastructure, and preparing for its next stage of growth. This role offers significant visibility, close partnership with executive leadership, and the opportunity to be groomed for a future CFO seat .

The Corporate Controller will lead accounting operations, ensure the integrity of financial reporting, strengthen internal controls, and support strategic decision-making across a complex operating environment.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting Operations & Financial Reporting

  • Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including AP, AR, treasury, tax, and general ledger
  • Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
  • Prepare and oversee consolidated financial statements and supporting schedules
  • Maintain accounting policies and procedures in accordance with U.S. GAAP
  • Review reconciliations, financial analyses, and budget-to-actual reporting
  • Lead external audit activities, including annual financial audits
  • Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability

Internal Controls & Compliance

  • Develop, implement, and maintain strong internal controls and financial governance practices
  • Ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies
  • Monitor financial risk and recommend mitigation strategies

Leadership & Team Development

  • Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team
  • Establish performance expectations and accountability
  • Foster a collaborative, high-performance finance culture
  • Help build the capabilities needed to support continued growth

Strategic Business Partnership

  • Partner with the CFO and executive team on strategic planning initiatives
  • Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning
  • Provide financial analysis to support operational and investment decisions
  • Assist with acquisitions, integrations, capital projects, and other special initiatives
  • Present financial results and key trends to senior leadership

This is a tremendous opportunity. Please apply today or reach out to discuss further.

Qualifications

Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • 10–15 years of progressive accounting and finance experience

Preferred

  • Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • CPA
  • Experience in manufacturing, commodities, food production, logistics, or related industries
  • Strong communication, leadership, and cross-functional partnership skills

Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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