Controller

Job Description

Job Description

Robert Half is looking for a meticulous Controller to lead core accounting activities for a manufacturing company and keep financial operations running accurately and efficiently. This position plays a central role in maintaining compliant records, producing dependable reporting, and supporting finance leadership with timely operational insights. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in project-based accounting, government contract compliance, and month-end close within a structured financial environment. This role is 100% onsite in Coeur d Alene, ID.

Responsibilities:

• Direct day-to-day accounting operations across payables, receivables, payroll coordination, ledger activity, and cash oversight.

• Lead monthly and annual close cycles, ensuring entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules are completed accurately and on time.

• Maintain organized financial documentation and prepare records that are ready for internal review, external audit, and compliance examination.

• Evaluate and enhance accounting controls, policies, and standard procedures to improve accuracy, consistency, and risk management.

• Oversee the effective use of accounting and payroll platforms to support efficient processing and reliable financial data flow.

• Monitor adherence to government contracting requirements, including cost allowability standards and related accounting guidelines.

• Manage indirect rate tracking, labor allocations, project setup structures, and cost categorization for contract accounting purposes.

• Prepare audit support materials and respond to requests tied to government or regulatory financial reviews.

• Produce work-in-progress reporting, percentage-of-completion calculations, and contract balance reconciliations to support accurate revenue recognition and project reporting.

• Partner with project managers and finance leadership to review cost trends, validate forecasts, and highlight risks affecting contract performance and profitability.

BENEFITS:

- Healthcare Benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision

- Other Insurance: Life and Disability

- Ability to contribute to a 401k plan

-CTO: 136 hours and 10 paid holidays

• Must have bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

• Proven experience in a Controller or senior accounting role with responsibility for daily accounting operations and financial close.

• Strong knowledge of government contract accounting and compliance requirements in a manufacturing environment is highly preferred.

• Ability to prepare accurate financial statements and support revenue recognition based on contract terms and accounting standards.

• Experience strengthening internal controls, maintaining audit-ready records, and improving accounting procedures.

• Advanced analytical skills with the ability to identify cost variances, profitability concerns, and reporting discrepancies.

• Excellent communication skills for collaborating with finance leaders and project stakeholders on financial performance and forecasts.